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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 97,892 miles on the clock, averaging 4,925 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 MA53 FDJ
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,892 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | MA53 FDJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 FDJ
What car is MA53 FDJ?
MA53 FDJ is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 FDJ?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 FDJ was 97,892 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 FDJ passed its MOT?
MA53 FDJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2023.
Is MA53 FDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 FDJ 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 MA53 FDJ?
MA53 FDJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.