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WF53 AJY

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 117,129 miles on the clock, averaging 5,799 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 WF53 AJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,129
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,799

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 reading117,129 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,799
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF53 AJY 21k45k69k93k117k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,129 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,129 miles
Since last MOT+7,642 miles
PASS
Mileage109,487 miles
Since last MOT+5,754 miles
PASS
Mileage103,733 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,731 miles
Since last MOT+14,187 miles
PASS
Mileage89,544 miles
Since last MOT+7,977 miles
PASS
Mileage81,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,567 miles
Since last MOT+3,946 miles
PASS
Mileage77,621 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,619 miles
Since last MOT+4,162 miles
PASS
Mileage73,457 miles
Since last MOT+3,440 miles
PASS
Mileage70,017 miles
Since last MOT+4,399 miles
PASS
Mileage65,618 miles
Since last MOT+5,491 miles
PASS
Mileage60,127 miles
Since last MOT+9,283 miles
PASS
Mileage50,844 miles
Since last MOT+4,781 miles
PASS
Mileage46,063 miles
Since last MOT+4,192 miles
PASS
Mileage41,871 miles
Since last MOT+4,962 miles
PASS
Mileage36,909 miles
Since last MOT+3,744 miles
PASS
Mileage33,165 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,162 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage21,033 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

RegistrationWF53 AJY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WF53 AJY

What car is WF53 AJY?

WF53 AJY is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WF53 AJY?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 AJY was 117,129 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 AJY passed its MOT?

WF53 AJY has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2023.

Is WF53 AJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 AJY 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 WF53 AJY?

WF53 AJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.