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WF53 JNJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 118,286 miles on the clock, averaging 6,079 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 JNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,286
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,079

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,286 miles
Reading date
Miles last year73
Average per year6,079
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 JNJ 18k43k68k93k118k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,286 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,213 miles
Since last MOT+5,053 miles
PASS
Mileage113,160 miles
Since last MOT+2,153 miles
PASS
Mileage111,007 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,006 miles
Since last MOT+3,146 miles
PASS
Mileage107,860 miles
Since last MOT+6,031 miles
PASS
Mileage101,829 miles
Since last MOT+5,583 miles
PASS
Mileage96,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,246 miles
Since last MOT+4,942 miles
PASS
Mileage91,304 miles
Since last MOT+7,490 miles
PASS
Mileage83,814 miles
Since last MOT+8,568 miles
PASS
Mileage75,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,246 miles
Since last MOT+6,561 miles
PASS
Mileage68,685 miles
Since last MOT+8,919 miles
PASS
Mileage59,766 miles
Since last MOT+6,302 miles
PASS
Mileage53,464 miles
Since last MOT+6,785 miles
PASS
Mileage46,679 miles
Since last MOT+7,220 miles
PASS
Mileage39,459 miles
Since last MOT+7,723 miles
PASS
Mileage31,736 miles
Since last MOT+7,742 miles
PASS
Mileage23,994 miles
Since last MOT+5,656 miles
PASS
Mileage18,338 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 JNJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 JNJ

What car is WF53 JNJ?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 JNJ?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 JNJ was 118,286 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 JNJ passed its MOT?

WF53 JNJ has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2023.

Is WF53 JNJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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