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WF53 PLO

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 94,222 miles on the clock, averaging 6,993 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 PLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,222
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,993

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 reading94,222 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,734
Average per year6,993
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF53 PLO 24k42k59k77k94k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,222 miles
Since last MOT+12,734 miles
PASS
Mileage81,488 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,486 miles
Since last MOT+8,740 miles
PASS
Mileage72,746 miles
Since last MOT+11,538 miles
PASS
Mileage61,208 miles
Since last MOT+9,591 miles
PASS
Mileage51,617 miles
Since last MOT+4,132 miles
PASS
Mileage47,485 miles
Since last MOT+2,728 miles
PASS
Mileage44,757 miles
Since last MOT+4,966 miles
PASS
Mileage39,791 miles
Since last MOT+6,676 miles
PASS
Mileage33,115 miles
Since last MOT+4,530 miles
PASS
Mileage28,585 miles
Since last MOT+4,231 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,354 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 PLO
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 PLO

What car is WF53 PLO?

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

What is the mileage of WF53 PLO?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 PLO was 94,222 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 PLO passed its MOT?

WF53 PLO has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2016.

Is WF53 PLO ULEZ compliant?

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

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