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YS53 NNO

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 182,999 miles on the clock, averaging 11,712 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 YS53 NNO

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,999
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,712

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading182,999 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,845
Average per year11,712
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YS53 NNO 41k76k112k147k183k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,999 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage174,154 miles
Since last MOT+7,485 miles
PASS
Mileage166,669 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,666 miles
Since last MOT+10,515 miles
PASS
Mileage156,151 miles
Since last MOT+11,313 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,838 miles
Since last MOT+10,544 miles
PASS
Mileage134,294 miles
Since last MOT+12,611 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,683 miles
Since last MOT+10,464 miles
PASS
Mileage111,219 miles
Since last MOT+12,633 miles
PASS
Mileage98,586 miles
Since last MOT+9,785 miles
PASS
Mileage88,801 miles
Since last MOT+11,165 miles
PASS
Mileage77,636 miles
Since last MOT+16,291 miles
PASS
Mileage61,345 miles
Since last MOT+20,809 miles
PASS
Mileage40,536 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

RegistrationYS53 NNO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYS — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About YS53 NNO

What car is YS53 NNO?

YS53 NNO is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YS53 NNO?

The last recorded mileage for YS53 NNO was 182,999 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YS53 NNO passed its MOT?

YS53 NNO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2019.

Is YS53 NNO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS53 NNO 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 YS53 NNO?

YS53 NNO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.