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 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 79,702 miles on the clock, averaging 4,618 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SA53 UEO
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,702 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,618 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA53 UEO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SA53 UEO
What car is SA53 UEO?
SA53 UEO is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA53 UEO?
The last recorded mileage for SA53 UEO was 79,702 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA53 UEO passed its MOT?
SA53 UEO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2018.
Is SA53 UEO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 UEO 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 SA53 UEO?
SA53 UEO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.