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FH52 FMK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 162,687 miles on the clock, averaging 9,909 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 FH52 FMK

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,687
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
9,909

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 reading162,687 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,914
Average per year9,909
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH52 FMK 13k50k88k125k163k '06'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage162,687 miles
Since last MOT+2,914 miles
PASS
Mileage159,773 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,768 miles
Since last MOT+5,389 miles
PASS
Mileage154,379 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,374 miles
Since last MOT+4,512 miles
PASS
Mileage149,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,862 miles
Since last MOT+3,699 miles
PASS
Mileage146,163 miles
Since last MOT+4,260 miles
PASS
Mileage141,903 miles
Since last MOT+4,644 miles
PASS
Mileage137,259 miles
Since last MOT+5,128 miles
PASS
Mileage132,131 miles
Since last MOT+5,357 miles
PASS
Mileage126,774 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,771 miles
Since last MOT+5,632 miles
PASS
Mileage121,139 miles
Since last MOT+9,326 miles
PASS
Mileage111,813 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,747 miles
Since last MOT+24,124 miles
PASS
Mileage87,623 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,609 miles
Since last MOT+24,885 miles
PASS
Mileage62,724 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,724 miles
Since last MOT+23,463 miles
PASS
Mileage39,261 miles
Since last MOT+25,101 miles
PASS
Mileage14,160 miles
Since last MOT+1,252 miles
PASS
Mileage12,908 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 FMK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 FMK

What car is FH52 FMK?

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

What is the mileage of FH52 FMK?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 FMK was 162,687 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 FMK passed its MOT?

FH52 FMK has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 23 Feb 2021.

Is FH52 FMK ULEZ compliant?

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

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