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HV52 TUA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 178,398 miles on the clock, averaging 15,790 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 HV52 TUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
178,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
15,790

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 reading178,398 miles
Reading date
Miles last year83
Average per year15,790
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HV52 TUA 47k80k112k145k178k '05'14'11

Check HV52 TUA

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage178,398 miles
Since last MOT+83 miles
FAIL
Mileage178,315 miles
Since last MOT+14,061 miles
PASS
Mileage164,254 miles
Since last MOT+17,575 miles
PASS
Mileage146,679 miles
Since last MOT+13,425 miles
PASS
Mileage133,254 miles
Since last MOT+9,874 miles
PASS
Mileage123,380 miles
Since last MOT+9,129 miles
PASS
Mileage114,251 miles
Since last MOT+16,255 miles
PASS
Mileage97,996 miles
Since last MOT+25,945 miles
PASS
Mileage72,051 miles
Since last MOT+25,501 miles
PASS
Mileage46,550 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

RegistrationHV52 TUA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About HV52 TUA

What car is HV52 TUA?

HV52 TUA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HV52 TUA?

The last recorded mileage for HV52 TUA was 178,398 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HV52 TUA passed its MOT?

HV52 TUA has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Apr 2014.

Is HV52 TUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV52 TUA 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 HV52 TUA?

HV52 TUA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.