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MW52 GWA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 89,567 miles on the clock, averaging 12,730 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 MW52 GWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,567
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
12,730

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 reading89,567 miles
Reading date
Miles last year112
Average per year12,730
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MW52 GWA 45k56k67k78k90k '06'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,567 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,455 miles
Since last MOT+17,620 miles
PASS
Mileage71,835 miles
Since last MOT+12,545 miles
PASS
Mileage59,290 miles
Since last MOT+14,023 miles
PASS
Mileage45,267 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

RegistrationMW52 GWA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MW52 GWA

What car is MW52 GWA?

MW52 GWA is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MW52 GWA?

The last recorded mileage for MW52 GWA was 89,567 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW52 GWA passed its MOT?

MW52 GWA has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Jul 2009.

Is MW52 GWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 GWA 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 MW52 GWA?

MW52 GWA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.