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CV53 WNL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 140,814 miles on the clock, averaging 8,178 miles per year, around 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 CV53 WNL

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,814
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,178

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading140,814 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,422
Average per year8,178
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV53 WNL 18k49k80k110k141k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,814 miles
Since last MOT+3,422 miles
PASS
Mileage137,392 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,392 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
PASS
Mileage132,452 miles
Since last MOT+7,571 miles
PASS
Mileage124,881 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,870 miles
Since last MOT+8,152 miles
PASS
Mileage116,718 miles
Since last MOT+7,043 miles
PASS
Mileage109,675 miles
Since last MOT+13,722 miles
PASS
Mileage95,953 miles
Since last MOT+8,579 miles
PASS
Mileage87,374 miles
Since last MOT+9,112 miles
PASS
Mileage78,262 miles
Since last MOT+7,382 miles
PASS
Mileage70,880 miles
Since last MOT+8,317 miles
PASS
Mileage62,563 miles
Since last MOT+9,472 miles
PASS
Mileage53,091 miles
Since last MOT+9,459 miles
PASS
Mileage43,632 miles
Since last MOT+7,802 miles
PASS
Mileage35,830 miles
Since last MOT+8,670 miles
PASS
Mileage27,160 miles
Since last MOT+8,674 miles
PASS
Mileage18,486 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

RegistrationCV53 WNL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About CV53 WNL

What car is CV53 WNL?

CV53 WNL is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CV53 WNL?

The last recorded mileage for CV53 WNL was 140,814 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV53 WNL passed its MOT?

CV53 WNL has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2021.

Is CV53 WNL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 WNL 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 CV53 WNL?

CV53 WNL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.