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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 112,002 miles on the clock, averaging 6,255 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 SE53 DLF
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
Below average| Latest reading | 112,002 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,255 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SE53 DLF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SE53 DLF
What car is SE53 DLF?
SE53 DLF is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SE53 DLF?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 DLF was 112,002 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 DLF passed its MOT?
SE53 DLF has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2019.
Is SE53 DLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 DLF 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 SE53 DLF?
SE53 DLF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.