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WP52 YJC

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 138,200 miles on the clock, averaging 9,490 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 YJC

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,200
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,490

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 reading138,200 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year9,490
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP52 YJC 40k65k89k114k138k '06'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,200 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,197 miles
Since last MOT+11,493 miles
PASS
Mileage126,704 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,704 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,703 miles
Since last MOT+10,472 miles
PASS
Mileage116,231 miles
Since last MOT+12,332 miles
PASS
Mileage103,899 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,899 miles
Since last MOT+4,728 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,171 miles
Since last MOT+689 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,482 miles
Since last MOT+11,153 miles
PASS
Mileage87,329 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,327 miles
Since last MOT+17,925 miles
PASS
Mileage69,402 miles
Since last MOT+15,882 miles
PASS
Mileage53,520 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,498 miles
Since last MOT+13,515 miles
PASS
Mileage39,983 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 YJC
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 YJC

What car is WP52 YJC?

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

What is the mileage of WP52 YJC?

The last recorded mileage for WP52 YJC was 138,200 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP52 YJC passed its MOT?

WP52 YJC has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2017.

Is WP52 YJC ULEZ compliant?

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

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