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PK53 HNV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 107,492 miles on the clock, averaging 3,084 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 HNV

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,492
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,084

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 reading107,492 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year3,084
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK53 HNV 74k82k91k99k107k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,492 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,489 miles
Since last MOT+2,374 miles
PASS
Mileage105,115 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,114 miles
Since last MOT+720 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,394 miles
Since last MOT+6,081 miles
PASS
Mileage98,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,313 miles
Since last MOT+5,662 miles
PASS
Mileage92,651 miles
Since last MOT+6,323 miles
PASS
Mileage86,328 miles
Since last MOT+10,668 miles
PASS
Mileage75,660 miles
Since last MOT+10,157 miles
PASS
Mileage65,503 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,428 miles
Since last MOT+7,863 miles
PASS
Mileage57,565 miles
Since last MOT+8,747 miles
PASS
Mileage48,818 miles
Since last MOT+9,493 miles
PASS
Mileage39,325 miles
PASS
Mileage73,960 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 HNV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PK53 HNV

What car is PK53 HNV?

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

What is the mileage of PK53 HNV?

The last recorded mileage for PK53 HNV was 107,492 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK53 HNV passed its MOT?

PK53 HNV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2017.

Is PK53 HNV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 HNV 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 HNV?

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