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YM52 FYY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 114,711 miles on the clock, averaging 4,045 miles per year, well below 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 FYY

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,711
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,045

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading114,711 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,045
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM52 FYY 74k84k94k104k115k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,711 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,709 miles
Since last MOT+5,529 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,180 miles
Since last MOT+6,510 miles
PASS
Mileage102,670 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,654 miles
Since last MOT+2,895 miles
PASS
Mileage99,759 miles
Since last MOT+13,192 miles
PASS
Mileage86,567 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,557 miles
PASS
Mileage173,489 miles
Since last MOT+18,489 miles
PASS
Mileage155,000 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,000 miles
Since last MOT+18,690 miles
PASS
Mileage136,310 miles
Since last MOT+19,512 miles
PASS
Mileage116,798 miles
Since last MOT+17,757 miles
PASS
Mileage99,041 miles
Since last MOT+25,200 miles
PASS
Mileage73,841 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 FYY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YM52 FYY

What car is YM52 FYY?

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

What is the mileage of YM52 FYY?

The last recorded mileage for YM52 FYY was 114,711 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM52 FYY passed its MOT?

YM52 FYY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2016.

Is YM52 FYY ULEZ compliant?

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

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