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 1988cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 111,898 miles on the clock, averaging 12,402 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for NV53 VKL
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 111,898 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,935 |
| Average per year | 12,402 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | NV53 VKL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NV53 VKL
What car is NV53 VKL?
NV53 VKL is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.
What is the mileage of NV53 VKL?
The last recorded mileage for NV53 VKL was 111,898 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV53 VKL passed its MOT?
NV53 VKL has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2012.
Is NV53 VKL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV53 VKL 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 NV53 VKL?
NV53 VKL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.