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RA52 WPM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 202,344 miles on the clock, averaging 7,222 miles per year, below 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 WPM

MOT Status
Due date passed
202,344
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,222

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading202,344 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,170
Average per year7,222
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA52 WPM 118k139k160k181k202k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage202,344 miles
Since last MOT+4,170 miles
PASS
Mileage198,174 miles
Since last MOT+4,366 miles
PASS
Mileage193,808 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,808 miles
Since last MOT+5,130 miles
PASS
Mileage188,678 miles
Since last MOT+3,053 miles
PASS
Mileage185,625 miles
Since last MOT+3,087 miles
PASS
Mileage182,538 miles
Since last MOT+3,425 miles
PASS
Mileage179,113 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage179,094 miles
Since last MOT+8,058 miles
PASS
Mileage171,036 miles
Since last MOT+9,658 miles
PASS
Mileage161,378 miles
Since last MOT+327 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,051 miles
Since last MOT+16,053 miles
PASS
Mileage144,998 miles
Since last MOT+16,796 miles
PASS
Mileage128,202 miles
Since last MOT+10,207 miles
PASS
Mileage117,995 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 WPM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RA52 WPM

What car is RA52 WPM?

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

What is the mileage of RA52 WPM?

The last recorded mileage for RA52 WPM was 202,344 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA52 WPM passed its MOT?

RA52 WPM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2018.

Is RA52 WPM ULEZ compliant?

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

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