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WF53 JKZ

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 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 116,197 miles on the clock, averaging 6,227 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 JKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,197
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,227

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 reading116,197 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,021
Average per year6,227
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 JKZ 22k46k69k93k116k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,197 miles
Since last MOT+7,021 miles
PASS
Mileage109,176 miles
Since last MOT+6,765 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,547 miles
PASS
Mileage98,864 miles
Since last MOT+3,332 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,520 miles
Since last MOT+4,124 miles
PASS
Mileage91,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,396 miles
Since last MOT+4,433 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,453 miles
PASS
Mileage82,510 miles
Since last MOT+4,344 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+15,208 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,834 miles
PASS
Mileage58,124 miles
Since last MOT+4,707 miles
PASS
Mileage53,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,417 miles
Since last MOT+6,445 miles
PASS
Mileage46,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,972 miles
Since last MOT+7,851 miles
PASS
Mileage39,121 miles
Since last MOT+6,672 miles
PASS
Mileage32,449 miles
Since last MOT+10,431 miles
PASS
Mileage22,018 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 JKZ
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 JKZ

What car is WF53 JKZ?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 JKZ?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 JKZ was 116,197 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 JKZ passed its MOT?

WF53 JKZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2021.

Is WF53 JKZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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