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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 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 22,955 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for YR53 FAU
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 22,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,439 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR53 FAU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YR53 FAU
What car is YR53 FAU?
YR53 FAU is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YR53 FAU?
The last recorded mileage for YR53 FAU was 22,955 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR53 FAU passed its MOT?
YR53 FAU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 19 Sep 2015.
Is YR53 FAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 FAU 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 YR53 FAU?
YR53 FAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.