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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 77,922 miles on the clock, averaging 5,100 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 SX53 HGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,922 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SX53 HGZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SX53 HGZ
What car is SX53 HGZ?
SX53 HGZ is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX53 HGZ?
The last recorded mileage for SX53 HGZ was 77,922 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX53 HGZ passed its MOT?
SX53 HGZ has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Mar 2021.
Is SX53 HGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX53 HGZ 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 SX53 HGZ?
SX53 HGZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.