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BP52 EHD

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 128,910 miles on the clock, averaging 11,542 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 BP52 EHD

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,910
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,542

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 reading128,910 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,903
Average per year11,542
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BP52 EHD 27k53k78k103k129k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage128,910 miles
Since last MOT+12,903 miles
PASS
Mileage116,007 miles
Since last MOT+12,930 miles
PASS
Mileage103,077 miles
Since last MOT+13,349 miles
PASS
Mileage89,728 miles
Since last MOT+11,992 miles
PASS
Mileage77,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,736 miles
Since last MOT+14,046 miles
PASS
Mileage63,690 miles
Since last MOT+10,655 miles
PASS
Mileage53,035 miles
Since last MOT+6,365 miles
PASS
Mileage46,670 miles
Since last MOT+10,015 miles
PASS
Mileage36,655 miles
Since last MOT+9,588 miles
PASS
Mileage27,067 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

RegistrationBP52 EHD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BP52 EHD

What car is BP52 EHD?

BP52 EHD is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BP52 EHD?

The last recorded mileage for BP52 EHD was 128,910 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP52 EHD passed its MOT?

BP52 EHD has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 1 Dec 2014.

Is BP52 EHD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP52 EHD 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 BP52 EHD?

BP52 EHD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.