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WM52 KLE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 121,038 miles on the clock, averaging 5,261 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 WM52 KLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,038
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,261

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 reading121,038 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year5,261
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM52 KLE 26k50k74k97k121k '06'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,038 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,035 miles
Since last MOT+7,526 miles
PASS
Mileage113,509 miles
Since last MOT+1,197 miles
PASS
Mileage112,312 miles
Since last MOT+1,398 miles
PASS
Mileage110,914 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,912 miles
Since last MOT+1,216 miles
PASS
Mileage109,696 miles
Since last MOT+2,300 miles
PASS
Mileage107,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,396 miles
Since last MOT+2,084 miles
PASS
Mileage105,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,312 miles
Since last MOT+3,630 miles
PASS
Mileage101,682 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,624 miles
Since last MOT+3,252 miles
PASS
Mileage98,372 miles
Since last MOT+3,552 miles
PASS
Mileage94,820 miles
Since last MOT+3,282 miles
PASS
Mileage91,538 miles
Since last MOT+3,350 miles
PASS
Mileage88,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,753 miles
PASS
Mileage78,435 miles
Since last MOT+5,796 miles
PASS
Mileage72,639 miles
Since last MOT+7,797 miles
PASS
Mileage64,842 miles
Since last MOT+8,872 miles
PASS
Mileage55,970 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,969 miles
Since last MOT+9,659 miles
PASS
Mileage46,310 miles
Since last MOT+10,258 miles
PASS
Mileage36,052 miles
Since last MOT+10,071 miles
PASS
Mileage25,981 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

RegistrationWM52 KLE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WM52 KLE

What car is WM52 KLE?

WM52 KLE is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WM52 KLE?

The last recorded mileage for WM52 KLE was 121,038 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM52 KLE passed its MOT?

WM52 KLE has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2024.

Is WM52 KLE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM52 KLE 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 WM52 KLE?

WM52 KLE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.