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BP52 EOY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 147,421 miles on the clock, averaging 10,017 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 EOY

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,421
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,017

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading147,421 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,206
Average per year10,017
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BP52 EOY 43k69k95k121k147k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,421 miles
Since last MOT+8,206 miles
PASS
Mileage139,215 miles
PASS
Mileage150,667 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,653 miles
Since last MOT+10,137 miles
PASS
Mileage140,516 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,516 miles
Since last MOT+5,545 miles
PASS
Mileage134,971 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,899 miles
Since last MOT+8,459 miles
PASS
Mileage126,440 miles
Since last MOT+13,805 miles
PASS
Mileage112,635 miles
Since last MOT+17,994 miles
PASS
Mileage94,641 miles
Since last MOT+17,961 miles
PASS
Mileage76,680 miles
Since last MOT+8,704 miles
PASS
Mileage67,976 miles
Since last MOT+24,685 miles
PASS
Mileage43,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,291 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 EOY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BP52 EOY

What car is BP52 EOY?

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

What is the mileage of BP52 EOY?

The last recorded mileage for BP52 EOY was 147,421 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP52 EOY passed its MOT?

BP52 EOY has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2016.

Is BP52 EOY ULEZ compliant?

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

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