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WA53 KMV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 128,383 miles on the clock, averaging 8,084 miles per year, around 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 WA53 KMV

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,383
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,084

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,383 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22
Average per year8,084
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA53 KMV 38k60k83k106k128k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,383 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,361 miles
Since last MOT+5,972 miles
PASS
Mileage122,389 miles
Since last MOT+10,189 miles
PASS
Mileage112,200 miles
PASS
Mileage116,547 miles
Since last MOT+12,974 miles
PASS
Mileage103,573 miles
Since last MOT+16,281 miles
PASS
Mileage87,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,292 miles
Since last MOT+11,239 miles
PASS
Mileage76,053 miles
Since last MOT+7,333 miles
PASS
Mileage68,720 miles
Since last MOT+233 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,487 miles
Since last MOT+9,252 miles
PASS
Mileage59,235 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,235 miles
Since last MOT+10,386 miles
PASS
Mileage48,849 miles
Since last MOT+5,047 miles
PASS
Mileage43,802 miles
Since last MOT+6,032 miles
PASS
Mileage37,770 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

RegistrationWA53 KMV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WA53 KMV

What car is WA53 KMV?

WA53 KMV is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WA53 KMV?

The last recorded mileage for WA53 KMV was 128,383 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA53 KMV passed its MOT?

WA53 KMV has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2018.

Is WA53 KMV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA53 KMV 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 WA53 KMV?

WA53 KMV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.