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FH52 KBY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 130,219 miles on the clock, averaging 7,775 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 FH52 KBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,219
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,775

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading130,219 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,775
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH52 KBY 54k73k92k111k130k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,219 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,218 miles
Since last MOT+3,135 miles
PASS
Mileage127,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,083 miles
Since last MOT+5,020 miles
PASS
Mileage122,063 miles
Since last MOT+6,738 miles
PASS
Mileage115,325 miles
Since last MOT+7,450 miles
PASS
Mileage107,875 miles
Since last MOT+5,794 miles
PASS
Mileage102,081 miles
Since last MOT+7,505 miles
PASS
Mileage94,576 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage87,315 miles
Since last MOT+15,412 miles
PASS
Mileage71,903 miles
Since last MOT+16,889 miles
PASS
Mileage55,014 miles
Since last MOT+878 miles
PASS
Mileage54,136 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 KBY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 KBY

What car is FH52 KBY?

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

What is the mileage of FH52 KBY?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 KBY was 130,219 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 KBY passed its MOT?

FH52 KBY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2015.

Is FH52 KBY ULEZ compliant?

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

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