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FV52 MMU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 136,328 miles on the clock, averaging 10,348 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 MMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,328
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
10,348

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,328 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,669
Average per year10,348
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV52 MMU 42k65k89k113k136k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,328 miles
Since last MOT+1,669 miles
PASS
Mileage134,659 miles
Since last MOT+109 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,550 miles
Since last MOT+9,175 miles
PASS
Mileage125,375 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,368 miles
Since last MOT+9,149 miles
PASS
Mileage116,219 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,219 miles
Since last MOT+14,492 miles
PASS
Mileage101,727 miles
Since last MOT+274 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,453 miles
Since last MOT+18,592 miles
PASS
Mileage82,861 miles
Since last MOT+16,794 miles
PASS
Mileage66,067 miles
Since last MOT+14,184 miles
PASS
Mileage51,883 miles
Since last MOT+10,274 miles
PASS
Mileage41,609 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 MMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 MMU

What car is FV52 MMU?

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

What is the mileage of FV52 MMU?

The last recorded mileage for FV52 MMU was 136,328 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV52 MMU passed its MOT?

FV52 MMU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2015.

Is FV52 MMU ULEZ compliant?

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

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