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 1596cc has had 35 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 18 (49% pass rate). It has 160,857 miles on the clock, averaging 6,953 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ53 SZC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 135 |
| Average per year | 6,953 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 35 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ53 SZC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NJ53 SZC
What car is NJ53 SZC?
NJ53 SZC is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NJ53 SZC?
The last recorded mileage for NJ53 SZC was 160,857 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ53 SZC passed its MOT?
NJ53 SZC has had 35 MOT tests with a 49% pass rate (17 passes, 18 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.
Is NJ53 SZC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 SZC 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 NJ53 SZC?
NJ53 SZC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.