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WP52 GXW

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 112,299 miles on the clock, averaging 18,061 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 GXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,299
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
18,061

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 reading112,299 miles
Reading date
Miles last year26,288
Average per year18,061
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP52 GXW 34k54k73k93k112k '07'11'09

Check WP52 GXW

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage112,299 miles
Since last MOT+26,288 miles
PASS
Mileage86,011 miles
Since last MOT+25,972 miles
PASS
Mileage60,039 miles
Since last MOT+22,332 miles
PASS
Mileage37,707 miles
Since last MOT+116 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,591 miles
Since last MOT+3,369 miles
PASS
Mileage34,222 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 GXW
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 GXW

What car is WP52 GXW?

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

What is the mileage of WP52 GXW?

The last recorded mileage for WP52 GXW was 112,299 miles, recorded on 24 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP52 GXW passed its MOT?

WP52 GXW has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 24 May 2011.

Is WP52 GXW ULEZ compliant?

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

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