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ET52 FWN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 124,085 miles on the clock, averaging 8,267 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 ET52 FWN

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,085
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,267

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,085 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,267
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ET52 FWN 33k56k78k101k124k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,085 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,079 miles
Since last MOT+9,150 miles
PASS
Mileage114,929 miles
Since last MOT+226 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,703 miles
Since last MOT+7,948 miles
PASS
Mileage106,755 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,754 miles
Since last MOT+6,553 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,201 miles
Since last MOT+4,053 miles
PASS
Mileage96,148 miles
Since last MOT+8,574 miles
PASS
Mileage87,574 miles
Since last MOT+9,609 miles
PASS
Mileage77,965 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,965 miles
Since last MOT+9,789 miles
PASS
Mileage68,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,176 miles
Since last MOT+7,289 miles
PASS
Mileage60,887 miles
Since last MOT+11,097 miles
PASS
Mileage49,790 miles
Since last MOT+8,417 miles
PASS
Mileage41,373 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,373 miles
Since last MOT+8,610 miles
PASS
Mileage32,763 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

RegistrationET52 FWN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ET52 FWN

What car is ET52 FWN?

ET52 FWN is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of ET52 FWN?

The last recorded mileage for ET52 FWN was 124,085 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET52 FWN passed its MOT?

ET52 FWN has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2017.

Is ET52 FWN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET52 FWN 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 ET52 FWN?

ET52 FWN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.