Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 122,607 miles on the clock, averaging 7,570 miles per year, around 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 PJ53 VFC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,607 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,790 |
| Average per year | 7,570 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ53 VFC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 VFC
What car is PJ53 VFC?
PJ53 VFC is a white Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 VFC?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 VFC was 122,607 miles, recorded on 12 May 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 VFC passed its MOT?
PJ53 VFC has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 May 2009.
Is PJ53 VFC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 VFC 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 PJ53 VFC?
PJ53 VFC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.