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GP53 PPK

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 121,898 miles on the clock, averaging 6,024 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for GP53 PPK

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,898
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,024

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,898 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year6,024
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP53 PPK 33k56k78k100k122k '07'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,898 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
PASS
Mileage121,891 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,887 miles
Since last MOT+4,348 miles
PASS
Mileage117,539 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,539 miles
Since last MOT+163 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,376 miles
Since last MOT+9,163 miles
PASS
Mileage108,213 miles
Since last MOT+6,652 miles
PASS
Mileage101,561 miles
Since last MOT+6,245 miles
PASS
Mileage95,316 miles
Since last MOT+7,829 miles
PASS
Mileage87,487 miles
Since last MOT+7,162 miles
PASS
Mileage80,325 miles
Since last MOT+9,161 miles
PASS
Mileage71,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,164 miles
Since last MOT+7,997 miles
PASS
Mileage63,167 miles
Since last MOT+8,355 miles
PASS
Mileage54,812 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,803 miles
Since last MOT+8,609 miles
PASS
Mileage46,194 miles
Since last MOT+12,703 miles
PASS
Mileage33,491 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 PPK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About GP53 PPK

What car is GP53 PPK?

GP53 PPK is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GP53 PPK?

The last recorded mileage for GP53 PPK was 121,898 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP53 PPK passed its MOT?

GP53 PPK has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2021.

Is GP53 PPK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP53 PPK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GP53 PPK?

GP53 PPK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.