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MW52 EKF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 135,732 miles on the clock, averaging 10,259 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 MW52 EKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,732
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,259

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading135,732 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year10,259
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MW52 EKF 49k71k92k114k136k '06'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,732 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,716 miles
Since last MOT+11,653 miles
PASS
Mileage124,063 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,063 miles
Since last MOT+9,880 miles
PASS
Mileage114,183 miles
Since last MOT+236 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,947 miles
Since last MOT+11,249 miles
PASS
Mileage102,698 miles
Since last MOT+11,788 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,910 miles
Since last MOT+12,886 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,024 miles
Since last MOT+14,565 miles
PASS
Mileage63,459 miles
Since last MOT+5,045 miles
PASS
Mileage58,414 miles
Since last MOT+9,305 miles
PASS
Mileage49,109 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

RegistrationMW52 EKF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MW52 EKF

What car is MW52 EKF?

MW52 EKF is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MW52 EKF?

The last recorded mileage for MW52 EKF was 135,732 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW52 EKF passed its MOT?

MW52 EKF has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2014.

Is MW52 EKF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 EKF 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 MW52 EKF?

MW52 EKF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.