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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 142,224 miles on the clock, averaging 8,729 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 LA53 MTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,224 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,729 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LA53 MTY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 MTY
What car is LA53 MTY?
LA53 MTY is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LA53 MTY?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 MTY was 142,224 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 MTY passed its MOT?
LA53 MTY has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2020.
Is LA53 MTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 MTY 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 LA53 MTY?
LA53 MTY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.