Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 157,475 miles on the clock, averaging 19,591 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 VWM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,503 |
| Average per year | 19,591 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 VWM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 VWM
What car is HV53 VWM?
HV53 VWM is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 VWM?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 VWM was 157,475 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 VWM passed its MOT?
HV53 VWM has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 22 Sep 2011.
Is HV53 VWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 VWM 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 HV53 VWM?
HV53 VWM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.