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WF52 JHJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 195,944 miles on the clock, averaging 14,100 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 WF52 JHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
195,944
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
14,100

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 reading195,944 miles
Reading date
Miles last year89,232
Average per year14,100
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF52 JHJ 27k69k111k154k196k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage195,944 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage106,712 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage101,486 miles
Since last MOT+6,562 miles
PASS
Mileage94,924 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,924 miles
Since last MOT+8,329 miles
PASS
Mileage86,595 miles
Since last MOT+10,347 miles
PASS
Mileage76,248 miles
Since last MOT+8,977 miles
PASS
Mileage67,271 miles
Since last MOT+9,486 miles
PASS
Mileage57,785 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,785 miles
Since last MOT+10,211 miles
PASS
Mileage47,574 miles
Since last MOT+11,446 miles
PASS
Mileage36,128 miles
Since last MOT+9,407 miles
PASS
Mileage26,721 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

RegistrationWF52 JHJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WF52 JHJ

What car is WF52 JHJ?

WF52 JHJ is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WF52 JHJ?

The last recorded mileage for WF52 JHJ was 195,944 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF52 JHJ passed its MOT?

WF52 JHJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2018.

Is WF52 JHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF52 JHJ 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 WF52 JHJ?

WF52 JHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.