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FM52 OGA

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 91,597 miles on the clock, averaging 4,036 miles per year, well 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 FM52 OGA

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,597
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
4,036

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,597 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,359
Average per year4,036
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM52 OGA 57k66k74k83k92k '06'14'10

Check FM52 OGA

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage91,597 miles
Since last MOT+6,359 miles
PASS
Mileage85,238 miles
Since last MOT+7,456 miles
PASS
Mileage77,782 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,782 miles
Since last MOT+1,459 miles
PASS
Mileage76,323 miles
Since last MOT+9,359 miles
PASS
Mileage66,964 miles
PASS
Mileage96,004 miles
Since last MOT+25,393 miles
PASS
Mileage70,611 miles
Since last MOT+13,550 miles
PASS
Mileage57,061 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 OGA
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 OGA

What car is FM52 OGA?

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

What is the mileage of FM52 OGA?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 OGA was 91,597 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 OGA passed its MOT?

FM52 OGA has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 1 Aug 2014.

Is FM52 OGA ULEZ compliant?

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

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