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PK53 NUA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 153,555 miles on the clock, averaging 7,047 miles per year, 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 NUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,555
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
7,047

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading153,555 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,123
Average per year7,047
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK53 NUA 40k69k97k125k154k '06'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage153,555 miles
Since last MOT+2,123 miles
PASS
Mileage151,432 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,432 miles
Since last MOT+1,962 miles
PASS
Mileage149,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,470 miles
Since last MOT+2,125 miles
PASS
Mileage147,345 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,355 miles
Since last MOT+2,684 miles
PASS
Mileage144,671 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,621 miles
Since last MOT+3,670 miles
PASS
Mileage140,951 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,943 miles
Since last MOT+4,598 miles
PASS
Mileage136,345 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,344 miles
Since last MOT+4,449 miles
PASS
Mileage131,895 miles
Since last MOT+1,863 miles
PASS
Mileage130,032 miles
Since last MOT+1,687 miles
PASS
Mileage128,345 miles
Since last MOT+3,434 miles
PASS
Mileage124,911 miles
Since last MOT+12,039 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,872 miles
Since last MOT+12,595 miles
PASS
Mileage100,277 miles
Since last MOT+11,212 miles
PASS
Mileage89,065 miles
Since last MOT+13,244 miles
PASS
Mileage75,821 miles
Since last MOT+20,834 miles
PASS
Mileage54,987 miles
Since last MOT+14,823 miles
PASS
Mileage40,164 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 NUA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PK53 NUA

What car is PK53 NUA?

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

What is the mileage of PK53 NUA?

The last recorded mileage for PK53 NUA was 153,555 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK53 NUA passed its MOT?

PK53 NUA has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 22 Nov 2022.

Is PK53 NUA ULEZ compliant?

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

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