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YK53 OUD

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 173,605 miles on the clock, averaging 10,006 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for YK53 OUD

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,605
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
10,006

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,605 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,006
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YK53 OUD 32k67k103k138k174k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,605 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,605 miles
Since last MOT+4,013 miles
PASS
Mileage169,592 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,570 miles
Since last MOT+2,708 miles
PASS
Mileage166,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,862 miles
Since last MOT+10,825 miles
PASS
Mileage156,037 miles
Since last MOT+15,065 miles
PASS
Mileage140,972 miles
Since last MOT+12,868 miles
PASS
Mileage128,104 miles
Since last MOT+11,022 miles
PASS
Mileage117,082 miles
Since last MOT+224 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,858 miles
Since last MOT+12,549 miles
PASS
Mileage104,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,309 miles
Since last MOT+11,002 miles
PASS
Mileage93,307 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,301 miles
Since last MOT+10,404 miles
PASS
Mileage82,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,897 miles
Since last MOT+10,200 miles
PASS
Mileage72,697 miles
Since last MOT+10,392 miles
PASS
Mileage62,305 miles
Since last MOT+10,204 miles
PASS
Mileage52,101 miles
Since last MOT+11,369 miles
PASS
Mileage40,732 miles
Since last MOT+9,177 miles
PASS
Mileage31,555 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 OUD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYK — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About YK53 OUD

What car is YK53 OUD?

YK53 OUD is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.

What is the mileage of YK53 OUD?

The last recorded mileage for YK53 OUD was 173,605 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YK53 OUD passed its MOT?

YK53 OUD has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2020.

Is YK53 OUD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 OUD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YK53 OUD?

YK53 OUD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.