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AK52 ZDJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 145,787 miles on the clock, averaging 6,749 miles per year, below 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 AK52 ZDJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,787
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,749

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading145,787 miles
Reading date
Miles last year93
Average per year6,749
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK52 ZDJ 57k79k101k123k146k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,787 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,694 miles
Since last MOT+8,841 miles
PASS
Mileage136,853 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,727 miles
Since last MOT+8,372 miles
PASS
Mileage128,355 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,726 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
PASS
Mileage123,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,786 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
PASS
Mileage118,781 miles
Since last MOT+3,953 miles
PASS
Mileage114,828 miles
Since last MOT+5,361 miles
PASS
Mileage109,467 miles
Since last MOT+5,442 miles
PASS
Mileage104,025 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,025 miles
Since last MOT+5,806 miles
PASS
Mileage98,219 miles
Since last MOT+7,357 miles
PASS
Mileage90,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,862 miles
Since last MOT+5,085 miles
PASS
Mileage85,777 miles
Since last MOT+5,907 miles
PASS
Mileage79,870 miles
Since last MOT+4,366 miles
PASS
Mileage75,504 miles
Since last MOT+7,525 miles
PASS
Mileage67,979 miles
Since last MOT+11,418 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,561 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

RegistrationAK52 ZDJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AK52 ZDJ

What car is AK52 ZDJ?

AK52 ZDJ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AK52 ZDJ?

The last recorded mileage for AK52 ZDJ was 145,787 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK52 ZDJ passed its MOT?

AK52 ZDJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2019.

Is AK52 ZDJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 ZDJ 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 AK52 ZDJ?

AK52 ZDJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.