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 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 101,850 miles on the clock, averaging 4,537 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for LR53 YLO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,850 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | LR53 YLO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LR53 YLO
What car is LR53 YLO?
LR53 YLO is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR53 YLO?
The last recorded mileage for LR53 YLO was 101,850 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR53 YLO passed its MOT?
LR53 YLO has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is LR53 YLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 YLO 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 LR53 YLO?
LR53 YLO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.