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RA52 WGG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 167,167 miles on the clock, averaging 12,362 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 RA52 WGG

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,167
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,362

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 reading167,167 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,316
Average per year12,362
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RA52 WGG 56k83k111k139k167k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,167 miles
Since last MOT+8,316 miles
PASS
Mileage158,851 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,713 miles
PASS
Mileage152,138 miles
Since last MOT+17,076 miles
PASS
Mileage135,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,062 miles
Since last MOT+13,729 miles
PASS
Mileage121,333 miles
Since last MOT+11,925 miles
PASS
Mileage109,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,408 miles
Since last MOT+11,795 miles
PASS
Mileage97,613 miles
Since last MOT+12,936 miles
PASS
Mileage84,677 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,677 miles
Since last MOT+13,847 miles
PASS
Mileage70,830 miles
Since last MOT+15,257 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,573 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

RegistrationRA52 WGG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RA52 WGG

What car is RA52 WGG?

RA52 WGG is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RA52 WGG?

The last recorded mileage for RA52 WGG was 167,167 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA52 WGG passed its MOT?

RA52 WGG has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2015.

Is RA52 WGG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA52 WGG 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 RA52 WGG?

RA52 WGG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.