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BG52 JJG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 178,063 miles on the clock, averaging 10,939 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 BG52 JJG

MOT Status
Due date passed
178,063
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
10,939

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading178,063 miles
Reading date
Miles last year83
Average per year10,939
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BG52 JJG 25k63k101k140k178k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage178,063 miles
Since last MOT+83 miles
FAIL
Mileage177,980 miles
Since last MOT+2,327 miles
PASS
Mileage175,653 miles
Since last MOT+1,503 miles
PASS
Mileage174,150 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,142 miles
Since last MOT+2,043 miles
PASS
Mileage172,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,099 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,054 miles
Since last MOT+3,243 miles
PASS
Mileage168,811 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,811 miles
Since last MOT+7,796 miles
PASS
Mileage161,015 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,012 miles
Since last MOT+21,426 miles
PASS
Mileage139,586 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,586 miles
Since last MOT+24,100 miles
PASS
Mileage115,486 miles
Since last MOT+9,666 miles
PASS
Mileage105,820 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,820 miles
Since last MOT+9,345 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,475 miles
Since last MOT+11,803 miles
PASS
Mileage84,672 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,672 miles
Since last MOT+13,506 miles
PASS
Mileage71,166 miles
Since last MOT+171 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,995 miles
Since last MOT+17,653 miles
PASS
Mileage53,342 miles
Since last MOT+19,898 miles
PASS
Mileage33,444 miles
Since last MOT+8,733 miles
PASS
Mileage24,711 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

RegistrationBG52 JJG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BG52 JJG

What car is BG52 JJG?

BG52 JJG is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BG52 JJG?

The last recorded mileage for BG52 JJG was 178,063 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG52 JJG passed its MOT?

BG52 JJG has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2020.

Is BG52 JJG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 JJG 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 BG52 JJG?

BG52 JJG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.