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GV52 NYA

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 141,690 miles on the clock, averaging 10,019 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 GV52 NYA

MOT Status
Due date passed
141,690
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,019

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 reading141,690 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year10,019
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV52 NYA 43k68k92k117k142k '05'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,690 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,689 miles
Since last MOT+8,416 miles
PASS
Mileage133,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,273 miles
Since last MOT+8,746 miles
PASS
Mileage124,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,527 miles
Since last MOT+12,767 miles
PASS
Mileage111,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,760 miles
Since last MOT+617 miles
PASS
Mileage111,143 miles
Since last MOT+6,299 miles
PASS
Mileage104,844 miles
Since last MOT+8,290 miles
PASS
Mileage96,554 miles
Since last MOT+6,717 miles
PASS
Mileage89,837 miles
Since last MOT+3,721 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,116 miles
Since last MOT+22,098 miles
PASS
Mileage64,018 miles
Since last MOT+20,747 miles
PASS
Mileage43,271 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

RegistrationGV52 NYA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GV52 NYA

What car is GV52 NYA?

GV52 NYA is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GV52 NYA?

The last recorded mileage for GV52 NYA was 141,690 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV52 NYA passed its MOT?

GV52 NYA has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2015.

Is GV52 NYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 NYA 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 GV52 NYA?

GV52 NYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.