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YP53 TJX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 8 (47% pass rate). It has 130,711 miles on the clock, averaging 6,533 miles per year, below 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 YP53 TJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,711
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
47%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,533

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading130,711 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,533
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP53 TJX 78k91k104k117k131k '06'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,711 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,711 miles
PASS
Mileage163,338 miles
Since last MOT+10,931 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,407 miles
Since last MOT+11,206 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,201 miles
Since last MOT+14,283 miles
PASS
Mileage126,918 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,909 miles
Since last MOT+12,808 miles
PASS
Mileage114,101 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,092 miles
Since last MOT+7,766 miles
PASS
Mileage106,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,326 miles
Since last MOT+17,627 miles
PASS
Mileage88,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,699 miles
Since last MOT+10,951 miles
PASS
Mileage77,748 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,748 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

RegistrationYP53 TJX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About YP53 TJX

What car is YP53 TJX?

YP53 TJX is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YP53 TJX?

The last recorded mileage for YP53 TJX was 130,711 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP53 TJX passed its MOT?

YP53 TJX has had 15 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (7 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2014.

Is YP53 TJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP53 TJX 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 YP53 TJX?

YP53 TJX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.