Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 129,021 miles on the clock, averaging 5,711 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for VE53 KVH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,627 |
| Average per year | 5,711 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VE53 KVH |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VE53 KVH
What car is VE53 KVH?
VE53 KVH is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE53 KVH?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 KVH was 129,021 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 KVH passed its MOT?
VE53 KVH has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2025.
Is VE53 KVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 KVH 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 VE53 KVH?
VE53 KVH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.