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WV53 HVY

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 91,461 miles on the clock, averaging 9,188 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 WV53 HVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,461
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,188

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,461 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,163
Average per year9,188
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV53 HVY 23k40k57k74k91k '06'14'10

Check WV53 HVY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,461 miles
Since last MOT+12,163 miles
PASS
Mileage79,298 miles
Since last MOT+7,448 miles
PASS
Mileage71,850 miles
Since last MOT+9,260 miles
PASS
Mileage62,590 miles
Since last MOT+9,212 miles
PASS
Mileage53,378 miles
Since last MOT+8,777 miles
PASS
Mileage44,601 miles
Since last MOT+14,261 miles
PASS
Mileage30,340 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,340 miles
Since last MOT+7,832 miles
PASS
Mileage22,508 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

RegistrationWV53 HVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WV53 HVY

What car is WV53 HVY?

WV53 HVY is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WV53 HVY?

The last recorded mileage for WV53 HVY was 91,461 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV53 HVY passed its MOT?

WV53 HVY has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Mar 2014.

Is WV53 HVY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 HVY 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 WV53 HVY?

WV53 HVY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.