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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 67,638 miles on the clock, averaging 3,458 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 NL53 UBP
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -35,033 |
| Average per year | 3,458 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 UBP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 UBP
What car is NL53 UBP?
NL53 UBP is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 UBP?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 UBP was 67,638 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 UBP passed its MOT?
NL53 UBP has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2015.
Is NL53 UBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 UBP 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 UBP?
NL53 UBP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.