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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 68,355 miles on the clock, averaging 12,384 miles per year, above 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 VLX
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 68,355 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,384 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 VLX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VLX
What car is VA53 VLX?
VA53 VLX is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 VLX?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 VLX was 68,355 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 VLX passed its MOT?
VA53 VLX has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2010.
Is VA53 VLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 VLX 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 VLX?
VA53 VLX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.