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YM53 CWX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 169,015 miles on the clock, averaging 9,656 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 YM53 CWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,015
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,656

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,015 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,909
Average per year9,656
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YM53 CWX 83k104k126k147k169k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,015 miles
Since last MOT+5,909 miles
PASS
Mileage163,106 miles
Since last MOT+13,255 miles
PASS
Mileage149,851 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,851 miles
Since last MOT+17,162 miles
PASS
Mileage132,689 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,684 miles
Since last MOT+5,695 miles
PASS
Mileage126,989 miles
Since last MOT+6,564 miles
PASS
Mileage120,425 miles
Since last MOT+8,600 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,825 miles
Since last MOT+14,198 miles
PASS
Mileage97,627 miles
Since last MOT+14,720 miles
PASS
Mileage82,907 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

RegistrationYM53 CWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About YM53 CWX

What car is YM53 CWX?

YM53 CWX is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YM53 CWX?

The last recorded mileage for YM53 CWX was 169,015 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM53 CWX passed its MOT?

YM53 CWX has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2015.

Is YM53 CWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 CWX 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 YM53 CWX?

YM53 CWX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.