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ST52 BYJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 150,801 miles on the clock, averaging 10,050 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 ST52 BYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,801
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
10,050

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 reading150,801 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,050
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ST52 BYJ 44k71k98k124k151k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage150,801 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,801 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
PASS
Mileage145,419 miles
Since last MOT+589 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,830 miles
Since last MOT+5,487 miles
PASS
Mileage139,343 miles
Since last MOT+320 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,023 miles
Since last MOT+11,019 miles
PASS
Mileage128,004 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,004 miles
Since last MOT+8,508 miles
PASS
Mileage119,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,496 miles
Since last MOT+9,433 miles
PASS
Mileage110,063 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,063 miles
Since last MOT+10,022 miles
PASS
Mileage100,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,041 miles
Since last MOT+8,621 miles
PASS
Mileage91,420 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,416 miles
Since last MOT+7,397 miles
PASS
Mileage84,019 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,019 miles
Since last MOT+12,288 miles
PASS
Mileage71,731 miles
Since last MOT+13,437 miles
PASS
Mileage58,294 miles
Since last MOT+13,802 miles
PASS
Mileage44,492 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

RegistrationST52 BYJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ST52 BYJ

What car is ST52 BYJ?

ST52 BYJ is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.

What is the mileage of ST52 BYJ?

The last recorded mileage for ST52 BYJ was 150,801 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST52 BYJ passed its MOT?

ST52 BYJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2016.

Is ST52 BYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST52 BYJ 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 ST52 BYJ?

ST52 BYJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.