Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 172,062 miles on the clock, averaging 12,149 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for WA53 UPT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,062 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 12,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WA53 UPT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WA — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WA53 UPT
What car is WA53 UPT?
WA53 UPT is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WA53 UPT?
The last recorded mileage for WA53 UPT was 172,062 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WA53 UPT passed its MOT?
WA53 UPT has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2020.
Is WA53 UPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA53 UPT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WA53 UPT?
WA53 UPT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.