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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 84,421 miles on the clock, averaging 12,956 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for ML53 UBM
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
Above average| Latest reading | 84,421 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,200 |
| Average per year | 12,956 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | ML53 UBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ML53 UBM
What car is ML53 UBM?
ML53 UBM is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 UBM?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 UBM was 84,421 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 UBM passed its MOT?
ML53 UBM has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Aug 2011.
Is ML53 UBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 UBM 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 ML53 UBM?
ML53 UBM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.