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FM52 SRU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 171,130 miles on the clock, averaging 10,710 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 SRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,130
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,710

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading171,130 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year10,710
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM52 SRU 63k90k117k144k171k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,130 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,122 miles
Since last MOT+7,573 miles
PASS
Mileage163,549 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,549 miles
Since last MOT+8,312 miles
PASS
Mileage155,237 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,236 miles
Since last MOT+7,254 miles
PASS
Mileage147,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,982 miles
Since last MOT+9,018 miles
PASS
Mileage138,964 miles
Since last MOT+4,829 miles
PASS
Mileage134,135 miles
Since last MOT+8,469 miles
PASS
Mileage125,666 miles
Since last MOT+5,516 miles
PASS
Mileage120,150 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,147 miles
Since last MOT+11,283 miles
PASS
Mileage108,864 miles
Since last MOT+18,119 miles
PASS
Mileage90,745 miles
Since last MOT+28,027 miles
PASS
Mileage62,718 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 SRU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 SRU

What car is FM52 SRU?

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

What is the mileage of FM52 SRU?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 SRU was 171,130 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 SRU passed its MOT?

FM52 SRU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2016.

Is FM52 SRU ULEZ compliant?

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

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