Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GU53 HXZ

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Green Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 65,329 miles on the clock, averaging 4,183 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.

MOT & Mileage History for GU53 HXZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,329
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,183

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading65,329 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,019
Average per year4,183
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GU53 HXZ 23k34k44k55k65k '06'16'12

Check GU53 HXZ

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,329 miles
Since last MOT+2,019 miles
PASS
Mileage63,310 miles
Since last MOT+3,717 miles
PASS
Mileage59,593 miles
Since last MOT+3,903 miles
PASS
Mileage55,690 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,690 miles
Since last MOT+3,772 miles
PASS
Mileage51,918 miles
Since last MOT+5,153 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,991 miles
PASS
Mileage41,774 miles
Since last MOT+4,503 miles
PASS
Mileage37,271 miles
Since last MOT+4,805 miles
PASS
Mileage32,466 miles
Since last MOT+4,727 miles
PASS
Mileage27,739 miles
Since last MOT+4,367 miles
PASS
Mileage23,372 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Focus often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

Read our Ford Focus Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Focus

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 HXZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More GU53 H plates

Browse all GU53 H registrations from Brighton.

About GU53 HXZ

What car is GU53 HXZ?

GU53 HXZ is a green Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU53 HXZ?

The last recorded mileage for GU53 HXZ was 65,329 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU53 HXZ passed its MOT?

GU53 HXZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2016.

Is GU53 HXZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 HXZ 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 HXZ?

GU53 HXZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.