Vehicle summary
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 113,833 miles on the clock, averaging 6,820 miles per year, 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 SZO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,833 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,155 |
| Average per year | 6,820 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 SZO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| 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 SZO
What car is GU53 SZO?
GU53 SZO is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 SZO?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 SZO was 113,833 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 SZO passed its MOT?
GU53 SZO has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2020.
Is GU53 SZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 SZO 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 SZO?
GU53 SZO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.