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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 133,990 miles on the clock, averaging 6,469 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 YS53 NHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 133,990 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,469 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | YS53 NHL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YS53 NHL
What car is YS53 NHL?
YS53 NHL is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YS53 NHL?
The last recorded mileage for YS53 NHL was 133,990 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS53 NHL passed its MOT?
YS53 NHL has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2025.
Is YS53 NHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS53 NHL 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 YS53 NHL?
YS53 NHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.