Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 76,349 miles on the clock, averaging 5,160 miles per year, 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 PE53 CAA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 76,349 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 100 |
| Average per year | 5,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE53 CAA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 CAA
What car is PE53 CAA?
PE53 CAA is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 CAA?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 CAA was 76,349 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 CAA passed its MOT?
PE53 CAA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2018.
Is PE53 CAA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 CAA 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 PE53 CAA?
PE53 CAA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.