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 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 110,777 miles on the clock, averaging 6,255 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 YM53 BYU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,777 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,374 |
| Average per year | 6,255 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YM53 BYU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 BYU
What car is YM53 BYU?
YM53 BYU is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM53 BYU?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 BYU was 110,777 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 BYU passed its MOT?
YM53 BYU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2020.
Is YM53 BYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 BYU 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 YM53 BYU?
YM53 BYU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.