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AP52 GHN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 205,901 miles on the clock, averaging 8,888 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 AP52 GHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,901
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,888

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading205,901 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,888
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP52 GHN 107k131k156k181k206k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage205,901 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage205,901 miles
Since last MOT+1,330 miles
PASS
Mileage204,571 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage204,563 miles
Since last MOT+1,161 miles
PASS
Mileage203,402 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage203,402 miles
Since last MOT+1,756 miles
PASS
Mileage201,646 miles
Since last MOT+2,121 miles
PASS
Mileage199,525 miles
Since last MOT+3,484 miles
PASS
Mileage196,041 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,040 miles
Since last MOT+3,692 miles
PASS
Mileage192,348 miles
Since last MOT+8,923 miles
PASS
Mileage183,425 miles
Since last MOT+8,262 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,163 miles
Since last MOT+12,666 miles
PASS
Mileage162,497 miles
Since last MOT+22,232 miles
PASS
Mileage140,265 miles
Since last MOT+33,707 miles
PASS
Mileage106,558 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 GHN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AP52 GHN

What car is AP52 GHN?

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

What is the mileage of AP52 GHN?

The last recorded mileage for AP52 GHN was 205,901 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP52 GHN passed its MOT?

AP52 GHN has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2017.

Is AP52 GHN ULEZ compliant?

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

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