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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 93,658 miles on the clock, averaging 5,708 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 VA53 UGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,658 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,888 |
| Average per year | 5,708 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | VA53 UGE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 UGE
What car is VA53 UGE?
VA53 UGE is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 UGE?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 UGE was 93,658 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 UGE passed its MOT?
VA53 UGE has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2017.
Is VA53 UGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 UGE 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 VA53 UGE?
VA53 UGE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.