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AP52 DYX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 132,412 miles on the clock, averaging 11,121 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 DYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,412
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
11,121

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,412 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,484
Average per year11,121
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP52 DYX 54k74k93k113k132k '06'13'10

Check AP52 DYX

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,412 miles
Since last MOT+10,484 miles
PASS
Mileage121,928 miles
Since last MOT+11,300 miles
PASS
Mileage110,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,628 miles
Since last MOT+10,949 miles
PASS
Mileage99,679 miles
Since last MOT+11,210 miles
PASS
Mileage88,469 miles
Since last MOT+10,422 miles
PASS
Mileage78,047 miles
Since last MOT+13,033 miles
PASS
Mileage65,014 miles
Since last MOT+10,852 miles
PASS
Mileage54,162 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

RegistrationAP52 DYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AP52 DYX

What car is AP52 DYX?

AP52 DYX is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AP52 DYX?

The last recorded mileage for AP52 DYX was 132,412 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP52 DYX passed its MOT?

AP52 DYX has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Jan 2013.

Is AP52 DYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP52 DYX 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 DYX?

AP52 DYX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.