Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1989cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 142,322 miles on the clock, averaging 7,832 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for RG53 CXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,322 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,832 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RG53 CXE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1989cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RG — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RG53 CXE
What car is RG53 CXE?
RG53 CXE is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1989cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RG53 CXE?
The last recorded mileage for RG53 CXE was 142,322 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RG53 CXE passed its MOT?
RG53 CXE has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2021.
Is RG53 CXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG53 CXE 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 RG53 CXE?
RG53 CXE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.