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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 101,760 miles on the clock, averaging 5,516 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for RL53 FBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,411 |
| Average per year | 5,516 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | RL53 FBA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RL53 FBA
What car is RL53 FBA?
RL53 FBA is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 FBA?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 FBA was 101,760 miles, recorded on 23 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 FBA passed its MOT?
RL53 FBA has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Aug 2021.
Is RL53 FBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 FBA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL53 FBA?
RL53 FBA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.