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FM52 KDF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 125,333 miles on the clock, averaging 7,506 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 FM52 KDF

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,333
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,506

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,333 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,666
Average per year7,506
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM52 KDF 34k57k80k102k125k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage125,333 miles
Since last MOT+5,666 miles
PASS
Mileage119,667 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,666 miles
Since last MOT+4,433 miles
PASS
Mileage115,233 miles
Since last MOT+3,492 miles
PASS
Mileage111,741 miles
Since last MOT+4,332 miles
PASS
Mileage107,409 miles
Since last MOT+4,196 miles
PASS
Mileage103,213 miles
Since last MOT+6,536 miles
PASS
Mileage96,677 miles
Since last MOT+4,848 miles
PASS
Mileage91,829 miles
Since last MOT+11,337 miles
PASS
Mileage80,492 miles
Since last MOT+11,548 miles
PASS
Mileage68,944 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,941 miles
Since last MOT+11,398 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,543 miles
Since last MOT+11,920 miles
PASS
Mileage45,623 miles
Since last MOT+11,945 miles
PASS
Mileage33,678 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 KDF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 KDF

What car is FM52 KDF?

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

What is the mileage of FM52 KDF?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 KDF was 125,333 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 KDF passed its MOT?

FM52 KDF has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 4 Apr 2018.

Is FM52 KDF ULEZ compliant?

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

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