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FH52 FMG

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 80,960 miles on the clock, averaging 4,447 miles per year, well below 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 FH52 FMG

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,960
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,447

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading80,960 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,166
Average per year4,447
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH52 FMG 19k35k50k66k81k '06'20'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,960 miles
Since last MOT+5,166 miles
PASS
Mileage75,794 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,794 miles
Since last MOT+9,043 miles
PASS
Mileage66,751 miles
PASS
Mileage68,552 miles
Since last MOT+14,409 miles
PASS
Mileage54,143 miles
Since last MOT+6,778 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,365 miles
Since last MOT+12,412 miles
PASS
Mileage34,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,953 miles
Since last MOT+14,765 miles
PASS
Mileage20,188 miles
Since last MOT+14,732 miles
FAIL
Mileage5,456 miles
PASS
Mileage54,215 miles
Since last MOT+8,004 miles
PASS
Mileage46,211 miles
Since last MOT+12,455 miles
PASS
Mileage33,756 miles
Since last MOT+14,374 miles
PASS
Mileage19,382 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

RegistrationFH52 FMG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FH52 FMG

What car is FH52 FMG?

FH52 FMG is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH52 FMG?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 FMG was 80,960 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 FMG passed its MOT?

FH52 FMG has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2020.

Is FH52 FMG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH52 FMG 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 FH52 FMG?

FH52 FMG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.