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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 74,255 miles on the clock, averaging 5,312 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 SH53 FXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,124 |
| Average per year | 5,312 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SH53 FXP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SH53 FXP
What car is SH53 FXP?
SH53 FXP is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH53 FXP?
The last recorded mileage for SH53 FXP was 74,255 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH53 FXP passed its MOT?
SH53 FXP has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2014.
Is SH53 FXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 FXP 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 SH53 FXP?
SH53 FXP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.