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GU52 RUH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 77,834 miles on the clock, averaging 3,672 miles per year, well 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 GU52 RUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,834
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,672

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,834 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,672
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU52 RUH 31k43k54k66k78k '05'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,834 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,834 miles
Since last MOT+10,871 miles
PASS
Mileage66,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,963 miles
Since last MOT+15,261 miles
PASS
Mileage51,702 miles
Since last MOT+9,485 miles
PASS
Mileage42,217 miles
Since last MOT+6,492 miles
PASS
Mileage35,725 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,721 miles
Since last MOT+4,908 miles
PASS
Mileage30,813 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,811 miles
Since last MOT+5,380 miles
PASS
Mileage25,431 miles
Since last MOT+5,934 miles
PASS
Mileage19,497 miles
Since last MOT+3,817 miles
PASS
Mileage15,680 miles
Since last MOT+4,570 miles
PASS
Mileage11,110 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,099 miles
Since last MOT+9,877 miles
PASS
Mileage1,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage1,222 miles
PASS
Mileage43,764 miles
Since last MOT+9,936 miles
PASS
Mileage33,828 miles
Since last MOT+2,919 miles
PASS
Mileage30,909 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

RegistrationGU52 RUH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GU52 RUH

What car is GU52 RUH?

GU52 RUH is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU52 RUH?

The last recorded mileage for GU52 RUH was 77,834 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU52 RUH passed its MOT?

GU52 RUH has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2018.

Is GU52 RUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 RUH 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 GU52 RUH?

GU52 RUH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.