Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 155,679 miles on the clock, averaging 10,226 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 AP52 CPN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,891 |
| Average per year | 10,226 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AP52 CPN |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AP52 CPN
What car is AP52 CPN?
AP52 CPN is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AP52 CPN?
The last recorded mileage for AP52 CPN was 155,679 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP52 CPN passed its MOT?
AP52 CPN has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2015.
Is AP52 CPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP52 CPN 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 AP52 CPN?
AP52 CPN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.