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FV52 MVE

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 114,802 miles on the clock, averaging 7,330 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 FV52 MVE

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,802
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,330

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,802 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,801
Average per year7,330
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV52 MVE 34k54k75k95k115k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,802 miles
Since last MOT+6,801 miles
PASS
Mileage108,001 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,001 miles
Since last MOT+1,587 miles
PASS
Mileage106,414 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,414 miles
Since last MOT+1,224 miles
PASS
Mileage105,190 miles
Since last MOT+7,173 miles
PASS
Mileage98,017 miles
Since last MOT+9,740 miles
PASS
Mileage88,277 miles
Since last MOT+5,927 miles
PASS
Mileage82,350 miles
Since last MOT+3,230 miles
PASS
Mileage79,120 miles
Since last MOT+4,708 miles
PASS
Mileage74,412 miles
Since last MOT+10,854 miles
PASS
Mileage63,558 miles
Since last MOT+18,377 miles
PASS
Mileage45,181 miles
Since last MOT+10,837 miles
PASS
Mileage34,344 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 MVE
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 MVE

What car is FV52 MVE?

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

What is the mileage of FV52 MVE?

The last recorded mileage for FV52 MVE was 114,802 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV52 MVE passed its MOT?

FV52 MVE has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jan 2017.

Is FV52 MVE ULEZ compliant?

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

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