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WL53 LVK

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Truro, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 120,069 miles on the clock, averaging 11,870 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 WL53 LVK

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,069
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
11,870

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading120,069 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,505
Average per year11,870
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WL53 LVK 49k67k85k102k120k '07'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,069 miles
Since last MOT+15,505 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,564 miles
Since last MOT+16,303 miles
PASS
Mileage88,261 miles
Since last MOT+10,732 miles
PASS
Mileage77,529 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,529 miles
Since last MOT+9,920 miles
PASS
Mileage67,609 miles
Since last MOT+8,389 miles
PASS
Mileage59,220 miles
Since last MOT+10,019 miles
PASS
Mileage49,201 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

RegistrationWL53 LVK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WL53 LVK

What car is WL53 LVK?

WL53 LVK is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Truro in 2004.

What is the mileage of WL53 LVK?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 LVK was 120,069 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 LVK passed its MOT?

WL53 LVK has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2012.

Is WL53 LVK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 LVK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WL53 LVK?

WL53 LVK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.