Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 117,127 miles on the clock, averaging 6,772 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for SB52 XAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,127 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,772 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB52 XAE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SB52 XAE
What car is SB52 XAE?
SB52 XAE is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB52 XAE?
The last recorded mileage for SB52 XAE was 117,127 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB52 XAE passed its MOT?
SB52 XAE has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2014.
Is SB52 XAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB52 XAE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SB52 XAE?
SB52 XAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.