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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1989cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 69,813 miles on the clock, averaging 6,708 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for OW53 PMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 69,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,226 |
| Average per year | 6,708 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | OW53 PMU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1989cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 PMU
What car is OW53 PMU?
OW53 PMU is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1989cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 PMU?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 PMU was 69,813 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 PMU passed its MOT?
OW53 PMU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2017.
Is OW53 PMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 PMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW53 PMU?
OW53 PMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.