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GV53 YJN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1753cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 168,464 miles on the clock, averaging 7,837 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for GV53 YJN

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,464
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
93%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,837

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading168,464 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,512
Average per year7,837
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV53 YJN 62k89k115k142k168k '07'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,464 miles
Since last MOT+2,512 miles
PASS
Mileage165,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,952 miles
Since last MOT+3,605 miles
PASS
Mileage162,347 miles
Since last MOT+4,003 miles
PASS
Mileage158,344 miles
Since last MOT+6,589 miles
PASS
Mileage151,755 miles
Since last MOT+7,366 miles
PASS
Mileage144,389 miles
Since last MOT+5,917 miles
PASS
Mileage138,472 miles
Since last MOT+15,390 miles
PASS
Mileage123,082 miles
Since last MOT+12,521 miles
PASS
Mileage110,561 miles
Since last MOT+9,094 miles
PASS
Mileage101,467 miles
Since last MOT+10,266 miles
PASS
Mileage91,201 miles
Since last MOT+6,822 miles
PASS
Mileage84,379 miles
Since last MOT+362 miles
PASS
Mileage84,017 miles
Since last MOT+21,800 miles
PASS
Mileage62,217 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 YJN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About GV53 YJN

What car is GV53 YJN?

GV53 YJN is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GV53 YJN?

The last recorded mileage for GV53 YJN was 168,464 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV53 YJN passed its MOT?

GV53 YJN has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Sep 2020.

Is GV53 YJN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 YJN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GV53 YJN?

GV53 YJN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.