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FH52 LUA

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 74,024 miles on the clock, averaging 7,340 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 LUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,024
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,340

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 reading74,024 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,711
Average per year7,340
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH52 LUA 40k49k57k66k74k '05'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,024 miles
Since last MOT+6,711 miles
PASS
Mileage67,313 miles
Since last MOT+6,848 miles
PASS
Mileage60,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,465 miles
Since last MOT+3,372 miles
PASS
Mileage57,093 miles
Since last MOT+16,282 miles
PASS
Mileage40,811 miles
Since last MOT+370 miles
PASS
Mileage40,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,441 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 LUA
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 LUA

What car is FH52 LUA?

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

What is the mileage of FH52 LUA?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 LUA was 74,024 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 LUA passed its MOT?

FH52 LUA has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2010.

Is FH52 LUA ULEZ compliant?

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

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