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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 113,077 miles on the clock, averaging 6,154 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 WM53 BBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,077 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,154 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | WM53 BBU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WM53 BBU
What car is WM53 BBU?
WM53 BBU is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Bristol in 2004.
What is the mileage of WM53 BBU?
The last recorded mileage for WM53 BBU was 113,077 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM53 BBU passed its MOT?
WM53 BBU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2021.
Is WM53 BBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM53 BBU 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 WM53 BBU?
WM53 BBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.