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FA52 WJM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 131,795 miles on the clock, averaging 9,108 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 FA52 WJM

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,795
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,108

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading131,795 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,438
Average per year9,108
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FA52 WJM 68k84k100k116k132k '08'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,795 miles
Since last MOT+19,438 miles
PASS
Mileage112,357 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,325 miles
Since last MOT+6,546 miles
PASS
Mileage105,779 miles
Since last MOT+58,571 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,208 miles
PASS
Mileage99,689 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,686 miles
Since last MOT+6,081 miles
PASS
Mileage93,605 miles
Since last MOT+5,911 miles
PASS
Mileage87,694 miles
Since last MOT+7,406 miles
PASS
Mileage80,288 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage80,280 miles
Since last MOT+12,613 miles
PASS
Mileage67,667 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,636 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

RegistrationFA52 WJM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FA52 WJM

What car is FA52 WJM?

FA52 WJM is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FA52 WJM?

The last recorded mileage for FA52 WJM was 131,795 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FA52 WJM passed its MOT?

FA52 WJM has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2015.

Is FA52 WJM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA52 WJM 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 FA52 WJM?

FA52 WJM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.