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WF53 GKC

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 110,063 miles on the clock, averaging 8,418 miles per year, around 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 GKC

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,063
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
8,418

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,063 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,418
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF53 GKC 62k74k86k98k110k '06'12'10

Check WF53 GKC

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,063 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,063 miles
Since last MOT+9,017 miles
PASS
Mileage101,046 miles
Since last MOT+6,313 miles
PASS
Mileage94,733 miles
Since last MOT+8,168 miles
PASS
Mileage86,565 miles
Since last MOT+16,392 miles
PASS
Mileage70,173 miles
Since last MOT+7,864 miles
PASS
Mileage62,309 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 GKC
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 GKC

What car is WF53 GKC?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 GKC?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 GKC was 110,063 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 GKC passed its MOT?

WF53 GKC has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jun 2012.

Is WF53 GKC ULEZ compliant?

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

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