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WJ52 WEW

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 175,121 miles on the clock, averaging 9,465 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 WJ52 WEW

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,121
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,465

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading175,121 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,809
Average per year9,465
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ52 WEW 100k119k138k156k175k '06'14'11

Check WJ52 WEW

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage175,121 miles
Since last MOT+2,809 miles
PASS
Mileage172,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,312 miles
Since last MOT+10,081 miles
PASS
Mileage162,231 miles
Since last MOT+6,565 miles
PASS
Mileage155,666 miles
Since last MOT+12,419 miles
PASS
Mileage143,247 miles
Since last MOT+7,630 miles
PASS
Mileage135,617 miles
Since last MOT+9,618 miles
PASS
Mileage125,999 miles
Since last MOT+8,726 miles
PASS
Mileage117,273 miles
Since last MOT+16,855 miles
PASS
Mileage100,418 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

RegistrationWJ52 WEW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWJ — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WJ52 WEW

What car is WJ52 WEW?

WJ52 WEW is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WJ52 WEW?

The last recorded mileage for WJ52 WEW was 175,121 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ52 WEW passed its MOT?

WJ52 WEW has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jul 2014.

Is WJ52 WEW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ52 WEW 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 WJ52 WEW?

WJ52 WEW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.