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VO53 GHH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 117,199 miles on the clock, averaging 9,868 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 VO53 GHH

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,199
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,868

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 reading117,199 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,447
Average per year9,868
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO53 GHH 46k64k82k99k117k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,199 miles
Since last MOT+7,447 miles
PASS
Mileage109,752 miles
Since last MOT+16,471 miles
PASS
Mileage93,281 miles
FAIL
Mileage993,281 miles
Since last MOT+908,504 miles
PASS
Mileage84,777 miles
Since last MOT+20,330 miles
PASS
Mileage64,447 miles
Since last MOT+2,253 miles
PASS
Mileage62,194 miles
Since last MOT+8,951 miles
PASS
Mileage53,243 miles
Since last MOT+7,313 miles
PASS
Mileage45,930 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

RegistrationVO53 GHH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About VO53 GHH

What car is VO53 GHH?

VO53 GHH is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VO53 GHH?

The last recorded mileage for VO53 GHH was 117,199 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO53 GHH passed its MOT?

VO53 GHH has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Nov 2013.

Is VO53 GHH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO53 GHH 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 VO53 GHH?

VO53 GHH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.