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PK53 GPY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1753cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 50,649 miles on the clock, averaging 4,375 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for PK53 GPY

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,649
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,375

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading50,649 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,375
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK53 GPY 23k30k37k44k51k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,649 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,649 miles
Since last MOT+11,643 miles
PASS
Mileage39,006 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,987 miles
Since last MOT+10,188 miles
PASS
Mileage28,799 miles
Since last MOT+19,483 miles
PASS
Mileage9,316 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage9,309 miles
Since last MOT+8,295 miles
PASS
Mileage1,014 miles
PASS
Mileage28,774 miles
Since last MOT+5,689 miles
PASS
Mileage23,085 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 GPY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PK53 GPY

What car is PK53 GPY?

PK53 GPY is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PK53 GPY?

The last recorded mileage for PK53 GPY was 50,649 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK53 GPY passed its MOT?

PK53 GPY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2012.

Is PK53 GPY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 GPY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PK53 GPY?

PK53 GPY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.