The road tax status for SA53 WRZ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SA53 WRZ?

The MOT for SA53 WRZ is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 March 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of SA53 WRZ?

The recorded mileage for SA53 WRZ is 136,627 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SA53 WRZ ULEZ compliant?

No, SA53 WRZ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · SA53 WRZ

SA53 WRZ

2003 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24/09/2003. Recorded mileage 136,627 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin: 2003 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 02/03/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 136,627 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 02/03/2023

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Mileage: 136,627 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 1796cc

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SA53 WRZ Key Findings

25 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 07/03/2023
136,627 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
15 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (40 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (33%)

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SA53 WRZ Mileage History

20/07/200634,206 mi
10/07/200743,175 mi+8,969 mi
15/07/200853,655 mi+10,480 mi
08/07/200961,229 mi+7,574 mi
19/07/201069,514 mi+8,285 mi
18/07/201176,587 mi+7,073 mi
13/08/201286,704 mi+10,117 mi
17/08/201286,949 mi+245 mi
13/08/201393,303 mi+6,354 mi
13/08/201393,303 mi
28/08/201499,894 mi+6,591 mi
20/02/2015101,592 mi+1,698 mi
27/02/2015101,687 mi+95 mi
26/02/2016105,801 mi+4,114 mi
26/02/2016105,801 mi
17/02/2017109,452 mi+3,651 mi
17/02/2017109,452 mi
23/02/2018115,616 mi+6,164 mi
23/02/2018115,616 mi
23/02/2019122,007 mi+6,391 mi
21/02/2020128,507 mi+6,500 mi
03/03/2021131,965 mi+3,458 mi
02/03/2022135,042 mi+3,077 mi
07/03/2023136,627 mi+1,585 mi

Average of roughly 6,159 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.

SA53 WRZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 06:36

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Focus (SA53 WRZ) between July 2006 and March 2023.

The record contains 17 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 07 March 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (40 issues), Suspension (22 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Bodywork (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 78 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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