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YB52 JVE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 129,635 miles on the clock, averaging 8,570 miles per year, around 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 YB52 JVE

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,635
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,570

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,635 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year8,570
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YB52 JVE 58k76k94k112k130k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,635 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,625 miles
Since last MOT+19,379 miles
PASS
Mileage110,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,827 miles
PASS
Mileage104,419 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,419 miles
Since last MOT+6,107 miles
PASS
Mileage98,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,312 miles
Since last MOT+7,408 miles
PASS
Mileage90,904 miles
Since last MOT+10,520 miles
PASS
Mileage80,384 miles
Since last MOT+12,083 miles
PASS
Mileage68,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,301 miles
Since last MOT+9,902 miles
PASS
Mileage58,399 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

RegistrationYB52 JVE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYB — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YB52 JVE

What car is YB52 JVE?

YB52 JVE is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.

What is the mileage of YB52 JVE?

The last recorded mileage for YB52 JVE was 129,635 miles, recorded on 14 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YB52 JVE passed its MOT?

YB52 JVE has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2014.

Is YB52 JVE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB52 JVE 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 YB52 JVE?

YB52 JVE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.