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MA53 UON

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlue
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 15,767 miles on the clock, averaging 4,426 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 UON

MOT Status
Due date passed
15,767
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
4,426

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading15,767 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,294
Average per year4,426
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA53 UON 8k10k12k14k16k '06'08'07

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage15,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,294 miles
PASS
Mileage9,473 miles
Since last MOT+1,692 miles
PASS
Mileage7,781 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

RegistrationMA53 UON
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About MA53 UON

What car is MA53 UON?

MA53 UON is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MA53 UON?

The last recorded mileage for MA53 UON was 15,767 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA53 UON passed its MOT?

MA53 UON has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2008.

Is MA53 UON ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 UON 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 UON?

MA53 UON is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.