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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1596cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 96,501 miles on the clock, averaging 5,046 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GV53 MBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,537 |
| Average per year | 5,046 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV53 MBY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 MBY
What car is GV53 MBY?
GV53 MBY is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV53 MBY?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 MBY was 96,501 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 MBY passed its MOT?
GV53 MBY has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2021.
Is GV53 MBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 MBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV53 MBY?
GV53 MBY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.