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 1988cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 58,788 miles on the clock, averaging 2,574 miles per year, well 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 SB53 OTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,788 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 759 |
| Average per year | 2,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SB53 OTY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 OTY
What car is SB53 OTY?
SB53 OTY is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 OTY?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 OTY was 58,788 miles, recorded on 22 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 OTY passed its MOT?
SB53 OTY has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 May 2019.
Is SB53 OTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 OTY 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 SB53 OTY?
SB53 OTY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.