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WF53 GHN

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 134,162 miles on the clock, averaging 5,730 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 GHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,162
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,730

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading134,162 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,547
Average per year5,730
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 GHN 74k89k104k119k134k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage134,162 miles
Since last MOT+4,547 miles
PASS
Mileage129,615 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,582 miles
Since last MOT+6,239 miles
PASS
Mileage123,343 miles
Since last MOT+7,237 miles
PASS
Mileage116,106 miles
Since last MOT+10,249 miles
PASS
Mileage105,857 miles
Since last MOT+14,333 miles
PASS
Mileage91,524 miles
Since last MOT+4,378 miles
PASS
Mileage87,146 miles
Since last MOT+5,181 miles
PASS
Mileage81,965 miles
Since last MOT+7,211 miles
PASS
Mileage74,754 miles
Since last MOT+7,708 miles
PASS
Mileage67,046 miles
Since last MOT+6,905 miles
PASS
Mileage60,141 miles
PASS
Mileage73,982 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 GHN
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 GHN

What car is WF53 GHN?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 GHN?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 GHN was 134,162 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 GHN passed its MOT?

WF53 GHN has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 29 Mar 2017.

Is WF53 GHN ULEZ compliant?

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

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