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YM53 LNN

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 136,714 miles on the clock, averaging 9,299 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 YM53 LNN

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,714
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,299

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 reading136,714 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,919
Average per year9,299
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM53 LNN 34k60k85k111k137k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,714 miles
Since last MOT+23,919 miles
PASS
Mileage112,795 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,772 miles
Since last MOT+18,278 miles
PASS
Mileage94,494 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,448 miles
Since last MOT+7,124 miles
PASS
Mileage87,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,324 miles
Since last MOT+9,485 miles
PASS
Mileage77,839 miles
Since last MOT+5,281 miles
PASS
Mileage72,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,558 miles
Since last MOT+4,721 miles
PASS
Mileage67,837 miles
Since last MOT+4,982 miles
PASS
Mileage62,855 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,152 miles
PASS
Mileage56,699 miles
Since last MOT+9,736 miles
PASS
Mileage46,963 miles
Since last MOT+1,835 miles
PASS
Mileage45,128 miles
Since last MOT+11,015 miles
PASS
Mileage34,113 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

RegistrationYM53 LNN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About YM53 LNN

What car is YM53 LNN?

YM53 LNN is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.

What is the mileage of YM53 LNN?

The last recorded mileage for YM53 LNN was 136,714 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM53 LNN passed its MOT?

YM53 LNN has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2018.

Is YM53 LNN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 LNN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YM53 LNN?

YM53 LNN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.