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BN52 KYS

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 121,209 miles on the clock, averaging 7,435 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 BN52 KYS

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,209
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,435

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading121,209 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,435
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BN52 KYS 31k54k76k99k121k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,209 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,209 miles
Since last MOT+10,302 miles
PASS
Mileage110,907 miles
Since last MOT+14,934 miles
PASS
Mileage95,973 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,960 miles
Since last MOT+8,046 miles
PASS
Mileage87,914 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,910 miles
Since last MOT+6,568 miles
PASS
Mileage81,342 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,313 miles
Since last MOT+4,855 miles
PASS
Mileage76,458 miles
Since last MOT+5,355 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,103 miles
Since last MOT+6,768 miles
PASS
Mileage64,335 miles
Since last MOT+5,910 miles
PASS
Mileage58,425 miles
Since last MOT+5,495 miles
PASS
Mileage52,930 miles
Since last MOT+13,588 miles
PASS
Mileage39,342 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,333 miles
Since last MOT+8,282 miles
PASS
Mileage31,051 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

RegistrationBN52 KYS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BN52 KYS

What car is BN52 KYS?

BN52 KYS is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BN52 KYS?

The last recorded mileage for BN52 KYS was 121,209 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN52 KYS passed its MOT?

BN52 KYS has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2018.

Is BN52 KYS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 KYS 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 BN52 KYS?

BN52 KYS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.