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WL53 MZP

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 163,411 miles on the clock, averaging 6,827 miles per year, below 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 MZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,411
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,827

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading163,411 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,827
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WL53 MZP 75k97k119k141k163k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,411 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,409 miles
Since last MOT+8,656 miles
PASS
Mileage154,753 miles
Since last MOT+8,264 miles
PASS
Mileage146,489 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,457 miles
Since last MOT+9,088 miles
PASS
Mileage137,369 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,365 miles
Since last MOT+8,347 miles
PASS
Mileage129,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,018 miles
Since last MOT+8,050 miles
PASS
Mileage120,968 miles
Since last MOT+6,916 miles
PASS
Mileage114,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,251 miles
PASS
Mileage108,801 miles
Since last MOT+5,793 miles
PASS
Mileage103,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,461 miles
PASS
Mileage98,547 miles
Since last MOT+4,894 miles
PASS
Mileage93,653 miles
Since last MOT+5,234 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,419 miles
Since last MOT+5,828 miles
PASS
Mileage82,591 miles
Since last MOT+7,107 miles
PASS
Mileage75,484 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 MZP
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 MZP

What car is WL53 MZP?

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

What is the mileage of WL53 MZP?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 MZP was 163,411 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 MZP passed its MOT?

WL53 MZP has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2019.

Is WL53 MZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 MZP 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 MZP?

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