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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 156,869 miles on the clock, averaging 7,931 miles per year, around 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 AO52 FYS
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,869 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,931 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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 | AO52 FYS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AO52 FYS
What car is AO52 FYS?
AO52 FYS is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO52 FYS?
The last recorded mileage for AO52 FYS was 156,869 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO52 FYS passed its MOT?
AO52 FYS has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2017.
Is AO52 FYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO52 FYS 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 AO52 FYS?
AO52 FYS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.