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AJ52 UCP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 208,154 miles on the clock, averaging 16,278 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 UCP

MOT Status
Due date passed
208,154
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
16,278

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading208,154 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,875
Average per year16,278
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ52 UCP 61k98k135k171k208k '06'15'11

Check AJ52 UCP

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage208,154 miles
Since last MOT+13,875 miles
FAIL
Mileage194,279 miles
Since last MOT+11,652 miles
PASS
Mileage182,627 miles
Since last MOT+14,916 miles
PASS
Mileage167,711 miles
Since last MOT+12,181 miles
PASS
Mileage155,530 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,521 miles
Since last MOT+15,335 miles
PASS
Mileage140,186 miles
Since last MOT+19,380 miles
PASS
Mileage120,806 miles
Since last MOT+19,220 miles
PASS
Mileage101,586 miles
Since last MOT+19,000 miles
PASS
Mileage82,586 miles
Since last MOT+21,151 miles
PASS
Mileage61,435 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 UCP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AJ52 UCP

What car is AJ52 UCP?

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

What is the mileage of AJ52 UCP?

The last recorded mileage for AJ52 UCP was 208,154 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ52 UCP passed its MOT?

AJ52 UCP has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2015.

Is AJ52 UCP ULEZ compliant?

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

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