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 1988cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 158,833 miles on the clock, averaging 10,641 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 KW53 NXX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,833 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 NXX |
| 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 NXX
What car is KW53 NXX?
KW53 NXX is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 NXX?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 NXX was 158,833 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 NXX passed its MOT?
KW53 NXX has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2019.
Is KW53 NXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 NXX 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 NXX?
KW53 NXX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.