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VO52 AAU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 3 (40% pass rate). It has 113,556 miles on the clock, averaging 11,714 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 VO52 AAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2011
40%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
11,714

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 reading113,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,763
Average per year11,714
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VO52 AAU 90k96k102k108k114k '11'13'12

Check VO52 AAU

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage113,556 miles
Since last MOT+7,763 miles
PASS
Mileage105,793 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,793 miles
Since last MOT+15,497 miles
PASS
Mileage90,296 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,244 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

RegistrationVO52 AAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VO52 AAU

What car is VO52 AAU?

VO52 AAU is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VO52 AAU?

The last recorded mileage for VO52 AAU was 113,556 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO52 AAU passed its MOT?

VO52 AAU has had 5 MOT tests with a 40% pass rate (2 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 22 Apr 2013.

Is VO52 AAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 AAU 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 VO52 AAU?

VO52 AAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.