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 1796cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 29,565 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for GU53 UDL
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 29,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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)
Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 UDL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 UDL
What car is GU53 UDL?
GU53 UDL is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 UDL?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 UDL was 29,565 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 UDL passed its MOT?
GU53 UDL has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Sep 2006.
Is GU53 UDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 UDL 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 UDL?
GU53 UDL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.