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YM52 CNU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 226,004 miles on the clock, averaging 19,487 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 YM52 CNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
226,004
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
19,487

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading226,004 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34,264
Average per year19,487
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM52 CNU 83k119k154k190k226k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage226,004 miles
Since last MOT+34,264 miles
PASS
Mileage191,740 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage191,740 miles
Since last MOT+41,942 miles
PASS
Mileage149,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,798 miles
Since last MOT+15,260 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,538 miles
Since last MOT+4,560 miles
PASS
Mileage129,978 miles
Since last MOT+17,470 miles
PASS
Mileage112,508 miles
Since last MOT+10,286 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,222 miles
Since last MOT+13,608 miles
PASS
Mileage88,614 miles
Since last MOT+5,760 miles
PASS
Mileage82,854 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

RegistrationYM52 CNU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YM52 CNU

What car is YM52 CNU?

YM52 CNU is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YM52 CNU?

The last recorded mileage for YM52 CNU was 226,004 miles, recorded on 10 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM52 CNU passed its MOT?

YM52 CNU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2013.

Is YM52 CNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 CNU 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 YM52 CNU?

YM52 CNU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.