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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 160,043 miles on the clock, averaging 11,315 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 VKR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,043 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,315 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 VKR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VKR
What car is NV53 VKR?
NV53 VKR is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.
What is the mileage of NV53 VKR?
The last recorded mileage for NV53 VKR was 160,043 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV53 VKR passed its MOT?
NV53 VKR has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2015.
Is NV53 VKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV53 VKR 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 VKR?
NV53 VKR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.