Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 98,557 miles on the clock, averaging 7,605 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for KW53 KSE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 98,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,060 |
| Average per year | 7,605 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | KW53 KSE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KW53 KSE
What car is KW53 KSE?
KW53 KSE is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 KSE?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 KSE was 98,557 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 KSE passed its MOT?
KW53 KSE has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2017.
Is KW53 KSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 KSE 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 KW53 KSE?
KW53 KSE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.