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WF53 GJG

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 234,015 miles on the clock, averaging 17,442 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 WF53 GJG

MOT Status
Due date passed
234,015
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
17,442

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading234,015 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29,988
Average per year17,442
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 GJG 36k85k135k185k234k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage234,015 miles
Since last MOT+29,988 miles
PASS
Mileage204,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage204,027 miles
Since last MOT+27,818 miles
PASS
Mileage176,209 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,200 miles
Since last MOT+20,990 miles
PASS
Mileage155,210 miles
Since last MOT+321 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,889 miles
Since last MOT+19,729 miles
PASS
Mileage135,160 miles
Since last MOT+177 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,983 miles
Since last MOT+13,548 miles
PASS
Mileage121,435 miles
Since last MOT+134 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,301 miles
Since last MOT+17,953 miles
PASS
Mileage103,348 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,347 miles
Since last MOT+27,852 miles
PASS
Mileage75,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,495 miles
Since last MOT+10,445 miles
PASS
Mileage65,050 miles
Since last MOT+11,153 miles
PASS
Mileage53,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,897 miles
Since last MOT+11,180 miles
PASS
Mileage42,717 miles
Since last MOT+6,738 miles
PASS
Mileage35,979 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 GJG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 GJG

What car is WF53 GJG?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 GJG?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 GJG was 234,015 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 GJG passed its MOT?

WF53 GJG has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 30 Apr 2018.

Is WF53 GJG ULEZ compliant?

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

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