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AJ52 EXV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 183,469 miles on the clock, averaging 20,785 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 AJ52 EXV

MOT Status
Due date passed
183,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
20,785

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading183,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,867
Average per year20,785
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ52 EXV 59k90k121k152k183k '06'12'10

Check AJ52 EXV

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage183,469 miles
Since last MOT+12,867 miles
PASS
Mileage170,602 miles
Since last MOT+17,633 miles
PASS
Mileage152,969 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,969 miles
Since last MOT+15,816 miles
PASS
Mileage137,153 miles
Since last MOT+17,372 miles
PASS
Mileage119,781 miles
Since last MOT+27,045 miles
PASS
Mileage92,736 miles
Since last MOT+33,898 miles
PASS
Mileage58,838 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

RegistrationAJ52 EXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AJ52 EXV

What car is AJ52 EXV?

AJ52 EXV is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AJ52 EXV?

The last recorded mileage for AJ52 EXV was 183,469 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ52 EXV passed its MOT?

AJ52 EXV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jan 2012.

Is AJ52 EXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ52 EXV 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 AJ52 EXV?

AJ52 EXV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.