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 1596cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 157,200 miles on the clock, averaging 8,138 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA53 RCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,610 |
| Average per year | 8,138 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA53 RCU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| 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 RCU
What car is MA53 RCU?
MA53 RCU is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 RCU?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 RCU was 157,200 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 RCU passed its MOT?
MA53 RCU has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is MA53 RCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 RCU 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 RCU?
MA53 RCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.