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FH52 LVF

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 166,384 miles on the clock, averaging 8,151 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 LVF

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,384
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,151

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 reading166,384 miles
Reading date
Miles last year295
Average per year8,151
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH52 LVF 91k110k129k147k166k '06'15'11

Check FH52 LVF

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage166,384 miles
Since last MOT+295 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,089 miles
Since last MOT+10,122 miles
PASS
Mileage155,967 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,940 miles
Since last MOT+7,080 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,860 miles
Since last MOT+6,574 miles
PASS
Mileage142,286 miles
Since last MOT+6,825 miles
PASS
Mileage135,461 miles
Since last MOT+6,758 miles
PASS
Mileage128,703 miles
Since last MOT+7,718 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,985 miles
Since last MOT+6,937 miles
PASS
Mileage114,048 miles
Since last MOT+14,844 miles
PASS
Mileage99,204 miles
Since last MOT+7,970 miles
PASS
Mileage91,234 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
PASS
Mileage91,148 miles
Since last MOT+512 miles
PASS
Mileage90,636 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 LVF
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 LVF

What car is FH52 LVF?

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

What is the mileage of FH52 LVF?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 LVF was 166,384 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 LVF passed its MOT?

FH52 LVF has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2015.

Is FH52 LVF ULEZ compliant?

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

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