Vehicle summary
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 149,826 miles on the clock, averaging 18,943 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 AK52 ZXS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,826 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,890 |
| Average per year | 18,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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
| Registration | AK52 ZXS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AK52 ZXS
What car is AK52 ZXS?
AK52 ZXS is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK52 ZXS?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 ZXS was 149,826 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 ZXS passed its MOT?
AK52 ZXS has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2012.
Is AK52 ZXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 ZXS 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 ZXS?
AK52 ZXS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.