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 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 51,227 miles on the clock, averaging 2,430 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for MV53 UOB
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,430 |
| 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
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MV53 UOB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MV53 UOB
What car is MV53 UOB?
MV53 UOB is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MV53 UOB?
The last recorded mileage for MV53 UOB was 51,227 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV53 UOB passed its MOT?
MV53 UOB has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2021.
Is MV53 UOB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV53 UOB 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 MV53 UOB?
MV53 UOB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.