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FA52 BKD

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 333,572 miles on the clock, averaging 36,405 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 FA52 BKD

MOT Status
Due date passed
333,572
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
36,405

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading333,572 miles
Reading date
Miles last year180,654
Average per year36,405
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FA52 BKD 139k188k237k285k334k '06'11'06

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage333,572 miles
Since last MOT+180,654 miles
PASS
Mileage152,918 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,918 miles
Since last MOT+13,431 miles
PASS
Mileage139,487 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

RegistrationFA52 BKD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FA52 BKD

What car is FA52 BKD?

FA52 BKD is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FA52 BKD?

The last recorded mileage for FA52 BKD was 333,572 miles, recorded on 19 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FA52 BKD passed its MOT?

FA52 BKD has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 May 2011.

Is FA52 BKD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA52 BKD 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 FA52 BKD?

FA52 BKD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.