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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 123,709 miles on the clock, averaging 9,551 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for GU53 HMO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,010 |
| Average per year | 9,551 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 HMO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 HMO
What car is GU53 HMO?
GU53 HMO is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 HMO?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 HMO was 123,709 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 HMO passed its MOT?
GU53 HMO has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2016.
Is GU53 HMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 HMO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GU53 HMO?
GU53 HMO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.