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WJ52 WGU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 99,372 miles on the clock, averaging 9,353 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 WGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,372
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,353

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading99,372 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,353
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ52 WGU 17k37k58k79k99k '09'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,372 miles
Since last MOT+16,402 miles
PASS
Mileage82,970 miles
Since last MOT+7,458 miles
PASS
Mileage75,512 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,511 miles
Since last MOT+5,077 miles
PASS
Mileage70,434 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,434 miles
Since last MOT+8,365 miles
PASS
Mileage62,069 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,068 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
PASS
Mileage62,022 miles
Since last MOT+15,170 miles
PASS
Mileage46,852 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,852 miles
Since last MOT+16,833 miles
PASS
Mileage30,019 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,992 miles
Since last MOT+13,360 miles
PASS
Mileage16,632 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,616 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 WGU
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 WGU

What car is WJ52 WGU?

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

What is the mileage of WJ52 WGU?

The last recorded mileage for WJ52 WGU was 99,372 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ52 WGU passed its MOT?

WJ52 WGU has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2018.

Is WJ52 WGU ULEZ compliant?

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

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