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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 144,819 miles on the clock, averaging 9,666 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 FBJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,659 |
| Average per year | 9,666 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 FBJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 FBJ
What car is NL53 FBJ?
NL53 FBJ is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 FBJ?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 FBJ was 144,819 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 FBJ passed its MOT?
NL53 FBJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2018.
Is NL53 FBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 FBJ 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 NL53 FBJ?
NL53 FBJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.