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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 75,545 miles on the clock, averaging 2,655 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 MM53 LXT
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 | 75,545 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | MM53 LXT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 LXT
What car is MM53 LXT?
MM53 LXT is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MM53 LXT?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 LXT was 75,545 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 LXT passed its MOT?
MM53 LXT has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.
Is MM53 LXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 LXT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MM53 LXT?
MM53 LXT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.