Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 59,979 miles on the clock, averaging 2,292 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for WL53 AFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,979 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,292 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WL53 AFA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WL53 AFA
What car is WL53 AFA?
WL53 AFA is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.
What is the mileage of WL53 AFA?
The last recorded mileage for WL53 AFA was 59,979 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL53 AFA passed its MOT?
WL53 AFA has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2024.
Is WL53 AFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 AFA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WL53 AFA?
WL53 AFA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.