Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 139,413 miles on the clock, averaging 11,358 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 VYM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,405 |
| Average per year | 11,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | HV53 VYM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| 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 VYM
What car is HV53 VYM?
HV53 VYM is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 VYM?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 VYM was 139,413 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 VYM passed its MOT?
HV53 VYM has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2016.
Is HV53 VYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 VYM 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 VYM?
HV53 VYM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.