Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 84,293 miles on the clock, averaging 5,479 miles per year, 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 MJ53 PHK
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,293 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 33 |
| Average per year | 5,479 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MJ53 PHK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MJ53 PHK
What car is MJ53 PHK?
MJ53 PHK is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 PHK?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 PHK was 84,293 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 PHK passed its MOT?
MJ53 PHK has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2017.
Is MJ53 PHK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 PHK 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 MJ53 PHK?
MJ53 PHK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.