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WG53 FYD

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 139,376 miles on the clock, averaging 9,308 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 WG53 FYD

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,376
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,308

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,376 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,308
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG53 FYD 29k56k84k112k139k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,376 miles
Since last MOT+5,928 miles
PASS
Mileage133,448 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,448 miles
Since last MOT+10,132 miles
PASS
Mileage123,316 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,313 miles
Since last MOT+5,277 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,036 miles
Since last MOT+6,531 miles
PASS
Mileage111,505 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,401 miles
Since last MOT+28,477 miles
PASS
Mileage82,924 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,914 miles
Since last MOT+14,721 miles
PASS
Mileage68,193 miles
Since last MOT+7,690 miles
PASS
Mileage60,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,503 miles
Since last MOT+7,688 miles
PASS
Mileage52,815 miles
Since last MOT+6,540 miles
PASS
Mileage46,275 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,275 miles
Since last MOT+9,967 miles
PASS
Mileage36,308 miles
Since last MOT+7,531 miles
PASS
Mileage28,777 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

RegistrationWG53 FYD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WG53 FYD

What car is WG53 FYD?

WG53 FYD is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WG53 FYD?

The last recorded mileage for WG53 FYD was 139,376 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG53 FYD passed its MOT?

WG53 FYD has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2018.

Is WG53 FYD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 FYD 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 WG53 FYD?

WG53 FYD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.