Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 52,731 miles on the clock, averaging 4,650 miles per year, well 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 YK53 RCF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,731 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,593 |
| Average per year | 4,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | YK53 RCF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YK53 RCF
What car is YK53 RCF?
YK53 RCF is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 RCF?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 RCF was 52,731 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 RCF passed its MOT?
YK53 RCF has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2014.
Is YK53 RCF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 RCF 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 YK53 RCF?
YK53 RCF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.