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FN53 WYR

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 128,394 miles on the clock, averaging 16,470 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 WYR

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,394
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
16,470

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading128,394 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,718
Average per year16,470
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN53 WYR 40k62k84k106k128k '06'11'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,394 miles
Since last MOT+7,718 miles
PASS
Mileage120,676 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,676 miles
Since last MOT+18,879 miles
PASS
Mileage101,797 miles
Since last MOT+20,798 miles
PASS
Mileage80,999 miles
Since last MOT+16,236 miles
PASS
Mileage64,763 miles
Since last MOT+16,924 miles
PASS
Mileage47,839 miles
Since last MOT+7,960 miles
PASS
Mileage39,879 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 WYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 WYR

What car is FN53 WYR?

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

What is the mileage of FN53 WYR?

The last recorded mileage for FN53 WYR was 128,394 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN53 WYR passed its MOT?

FN53 WYR has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Oct 2011.

Is FN53 WYR ULEZ compliant?

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

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