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FD52 UGY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 127,996 miles on the clock, averaging 8,761 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 FD52 UGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,996
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,761

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,996 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year8,761
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FD52 UGY 38k60k83k105k128k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,996 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,991 miles
Since last MOT+9,317 miles
PASS
Mileage118,674 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,674 miles
Since last MOT+8,030 miles
PASS
Mileage110,644 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,612 miles
Since last MOT+8,325 miles
PASS
Mileage102,287 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,282 miles
Since last MOT+8,001 miles
PASS
Mileage94,281 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,193 miles
Since last MOT+11,764 miles
PASS
Mileage82,429 miles
Since last MOT+12,478 miles
PASS
Mileage69,951 miles
Since last MOT+5,197 miles
PASS
Mileage64,754 miles
Since last MOT+10,623 miles
PASS
Mileage54,131 miles
Since last MOT+7,099 miles
PASS
Mileage47,032 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,022 miles
Since last MOT+9,100 miles
PASS
Mileage37,922 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

RegistrationFD52 UGY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FD52 UGY

What car is FD52 UGY?

FD52 UGY is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FD52 UGY?

The last recorded mileage for FD52 UGY was 127,996 miles, recorded on 5 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD52 UGY passed its MOT?

FD52 UGY has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2016.

Is FD52 UGY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 UGY 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 FD52 UGY?

FD52 UGY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.