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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 71,458 miles on the clock, averaging 2,545 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 ME53 RST
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 | 71,458 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 565 |
| Average per year | 2,545 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | ME53 RST |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ME — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ME53 RST
What car is ME53 RST?
ME53 RST is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ME53 RST?
The last recorded mileage for ME53 RST was 71,458 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ME53 RST passed its MOT?
ME53 RST has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2026.
Is ME53 RST ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ME53 RST 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 ME53 RST?
ME53 RST is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.