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FM52 RMZ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 108,054 miles on the clock, averaging 6,794 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 FM52 RMZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,054
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,794

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 reading108,054 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,824
Average per year6,794
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM52 RMZ 38k55k73k90k108k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,054 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage105,230 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,227 miles
Since last MOT+4,131 miles
PASS
Mileage101,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,523 miles
PASS
Mileage97,573 miles
Since last MOT+4,717 miles
PASS
Mileage92,856 miles
Since last MOT+6,021 miles
PASS
Mileage86,835 miles
Since last MOT+12,720 miles
PASS
Mileage74,115 miles
Since last MOT+10,262 miles
PASS
Mileage63,853 miles
Since last MOT+8,617 miles
PASS
Mileage55,236 miles
Since last MOT+8,702 miles
PASS
Mileage46,534 miles
Since last MOT+8,959 miles
PASS
Mileage37,575 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 RMZ
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 RMZ

What car is FM52 RMZ?

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

What is the mileage of FM52 RMZ?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 RMZ was 108,054 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 RMZ passed its MOT?

FM52 RMZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jul 2016.

Is FM52 RMZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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