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LS53 TNE

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 38,663 miles on the clock, averaging 4,063 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 LS53 TNE

MOT Status
Due date passed
38,663
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
4,063

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading38,663 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,671
Average per year4,063
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LS53 TNE 29k31k34k36k39k '06'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage38,663 miles
Since last MOT+4,671 miles
PASS
Mileage33,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,992 miles
Since last MOT+5,337 miles
PASS
Mileage28,655 miles

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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

RegistrationLS53 TNE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LS53 TNE

What car is LS53 TNE?

LS53 TNE is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LS53 TNE?

The last recorded mileage for LS53 TNE was 38,663 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS53 TNE passed its MOT?

LS53 TNE has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Apr 2009.

Is LS53 TNE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS53 TNE 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 LS53 TNE?

LS53 TNE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.