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WP52 CHY

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 243,262 miles on the clock, averaging 14,314 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 WP52 CHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
243,262
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
14,314

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 reading243,262 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,226
Average per year14,314
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP52 CHY 114k146k178k211k243k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage243,262 miles
Since last MOT+10,226 miles
PASS
Mileage233,036 miles
Since last MOT+11,314 miles
PASS
Mileage221,722 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage221,722 miles
Since last MOT+16,744 miles
FAIL
Mileage204,978 miles
Since last MOT+13,613 miles
PASS
Mileage191,365 miles
Since last MOT+15,230 miles
PASS
Mileage176,135 miles
Since last MOT+7,278 miles
PASS
Mileage168,857 miles
Since last MOT+12,955 miles
PASS
Mileage155,902 miles
Since last MOT+42,364 miles
PASS
Mileage113,538 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

RegistrationWP52 CHY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WP52 CHY

What car is WP52 CHY?

WP52 CHY is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WP52 CHY?

The last recorded mileage for WP52 CHY was 243,262 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP52 CHY passed its MOT?

WP52 CHY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 29 Jan 2015.

Is WP52 CHY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP52 CHY 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 WP52 CHY?

WP52 CHY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.