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FH52 KBZ

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 126,870 miles on the clock, averaging 6,787 miles per year, 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 KBZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,870
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,787

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading126,870 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,143
Average per year6,787
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH52 KBZ 58k75k92k110k127k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,870 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage116,727 miles
Since last MOT+9,433 miles
PASS
Mileage107,294 miles
Since last MOT+9,764 miles
PASS
Mileage97,530 miles
Since last MOT+8,410 miles
PASS
Mileage89,120 miles
Since last MOT+4,672 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,448 miles
Since last MOT+5,282 miles
PASS
Mileage79,166 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,164 miles
Since last MOT+3,977 miles
PASS
Mileage75,187 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,187 miles
Since last MOT+5,780 miles
PASS
Mileage69,407 miles
Since last MOT+5,244 miles
PASS
Mileage64,163 miles
Since last MOT+6,157 miles
PASS
Mileage58,006 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 KBZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
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 KBZ

What car is FH52 KBZ?

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

What is the mileage of FH52 KBZ?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 KBZ was 126,870 miles, recorded on 29 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 KBZ passed its MOT?

FH52 KBZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Feb 2016.

Is FH52 KBZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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