Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 63,814 miles on the clock, averaging 5,442 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for DC52 ECC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 63,814 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,677 |
| Average per year | 5,442 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC52 ECC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DC52 ECC
What car is DC52 ECC?
DC52 ECC is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DC52 ECC?
The last recorded mileage for DC52 ECC was 63,814 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC52 ECC passed its MOT?
DC52 ECC has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2014.
Is DC52 ECC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC52 ECC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DC52 ECC?
DC52 ECC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.