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FM52 CSX

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 148,283 miles on the clock, averaging 14,417 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 FM52 CSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
14,417

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,283 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year14,417
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM52 CSX 36k64k92k120k148k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,283 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,263 miles
Since last MOT+21,690 miles
PASS
Mileage126,573 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,571 miles
Since last MOT+7,542 miles
PASS
Mileage119,029 miles
Since last MOT+13,276 miles
PASS
Mileage105,753 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,748 miles
Since last MOT+16,589 miles
PASS
Mileage89,159 miles
Since last MOT+21,489 miles
PASS
Mileage67,670 miles
Since last MOT+20,010 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,660 miles
Since last MOT+822 miles
PASS
Mileage46,838 miles
Since last MOT+11,058 miles
PASS
Mileage35,780 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

RegistrationFM52 CSX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FM52 CSX

What car is FM52 CSX?

FM52 CSX is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FM52 CSX?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 CSX was 148,283 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 CSX passed its MOT?

FM52 CSX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2013.

Is FM52 CSX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM52 CSX 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 FM52 CSX?

FM52 CSX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.