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FN53 WCC

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 170,737 miles on the clock, averaging 14,111 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 FN53 WCC

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,737
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
14,111

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 reading170,737 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year14,111
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN53 WCC 86k107k128k150k171k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,737 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,736 miles
Since last MOT+3,109 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,627 miles
Since last MOT+8,456 miles
PASS
Mileage159,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,171 miles
Since last MOT+13,609 miles
PASS
Mileage145,562 miles
Since last MOT+16,126 miles
PASS
Mileage129,436 miles
Since last MOT+18,495 miles
PASS
Mileage110,941 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,941 miles
Since last MOT+13,792 miles
PASS
Mileage97,149 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,149 miles
Since last MOT+11,022 miles
PASS
Mileage86,127 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

RegistrationFN53 WCC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FN53 WCC

What car is FN53 WCC?

FN53 WCC is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FN53 WCC?

The last recorded mileage for FN53 WCC was 170,737 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN53 WCC passed its MOT?

FN53 WCC has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2012.

Is FN53 WCC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN53 WCC 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 FN53 WCC?

FN53 WCC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.