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FV52 MOF

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 121,106 miles on the clock, averaging 7,767 miles per year, around 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 MOF

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,106
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,767

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading121,106 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,556
Average per year7,767
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV52 MOF 23k48k72k97k121k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,106 miles
Since last MOT+20,556 miles
PASS
Mileage100,550 miles
Since last MOT+5,492 miles
PASS
Mileage95,058 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,058 miles
Since last MOT+6,302 miles
PASS
Mileage88,756 miles
Since last MOT+5,872 miles
PASS
Mileage82,884 miles
Since last MOT+6,565 miles
PASS
Mileage76,319 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,260 miles
Since last MOT+10,334 miles
PASS
Mileage65,926 miles
Since last MOT+4,487 miles
PASS
Mileage61,439 miles
Since last MOT+8,115 miles
PASS
Mileage53,324 miles
Since last MOT+11,124 miles
PASS
Mileage42,200 miles
Since last MOT+11,781 miles
PASS
Mileage30,419 miles
Since last MOT+417 miles
PASS
Mileage30,002 miles
Since last MOT+3,043 miles
PASS
Mileage26,959 miles
Since last MOT+3,675 miles
PASS
Mileage23,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,284 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 MOF
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 MOF

What car is FV52 MOF?

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

What is the mileage of FV52 MOF?

The last recorded mileage for FV52 MOF was 121,106 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV52 MOF passed its MOT?

FV52 MOF has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2018.

Is FV52 MOF ULEZ compliant?

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

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