Vehicle summary
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 139,276 miles on the clock, averaging 8,285 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 DS52 AXX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,276 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,057 |
| Average per year | 8,285 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
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
| Registration | DS52 AXX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DS52 AXX
What car is DS52 AXX?
DS52 AXX is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DS52 AXX?
The last recorded mileage for DS52 AXX was 139,276 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS52 AXX passed its MOT?
DS52 AXX has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2018.
Is DS52 AXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS52 AXX 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 DS52 AXX?
DS52 AXX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.