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PF52 LZP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 149,797 miles on the clock, averaging 9,946 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 PF52 LZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,797
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,946

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,797 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,653
Average per year9,946
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF52 LZP 22k54k86k118k150k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,797 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage145,144 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,143 miles
Since last MOT+7,084 miles
PASS
Mileage138,059 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,046 miles
Since last MOT+6,876 miles
PASS
Mileage131,170 miles
Since last MOT+9,274 miles
PASS
Mileage121,896 miles
Since last MOT+11,658 miles
PASS
Mileage110,238 miles
Since last MOT+8,091 miles
PASS
Mileage102,147 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,145 miles
Since last MOT+10,949 miles
PASS
Mileage91,196 miles
Since last MOT+6,403 miles
PASS
Mileage84,793 miles
Since last MOT+16,293 miles
PASS
Mileage68,500 miles
Since last MOT+19,129 miles
PASS
Mileage49,371 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage40,612 miles
Since last MOT+4,643 miles
PASS
Mileage35,969 miles
Since last MOT+7,431 miles
PASS
Mileage28,538 miles
Since last MOT+6,613 miles
PASS
Mileage21,925 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

RegistrationPF52 LZP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PF52 LZP

What car is PF52 LZP?

PF52 LZP is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PF52 LZP?

The last recorded mileage for PF52 LZP was 149,797 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF52 LZP passed its MOT?

PF52 LZP has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2018.

Is PF52 LZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF52 LZP 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 PF52 LZP?

PF52 LZP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.