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FV52 HFH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 140,245 miles on the clock, averaging 10,744 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 FV52 HFH

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,245
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,744

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 reading140,245 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,349
Average per year10,744
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV52 HFH 65k84k103k121k140k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,245 miles
Since last MOT+8,349 miles
PASS
Mileage131,896 miles
Since last MOT+7,993 miles
PASS
Mileage123,903 miles
Since last MOT+12,916 miles
PASS
Mileage110,987 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,984 miles
Since last MOT+6,195 miles
PASS
Mileage104,789 miles
Since last MOT+9,097 miles
PASS
Mileage95,692 miles
Since last MOT+11,026 miles
PASS
Mileage84,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,666 miles
Since last MOT+19,438 miles
PASS
Mileage65,228 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

RegistrationFV52 HFH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FV52 HFH

What car is FV52 HFH?

FV52 HFH is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.

What is the mileage of FV52 HFH?

The last recorded mileage for FV52 HFH was 140,245 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV52 HFH passed its MOT?

FV52 HFH has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2013.

Is FV52 HFH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 HFH 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 FV52 HFH?

FV52 HFH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.