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YM52 LSC

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 206,945 miles on the clock, averaging 13,145 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 LSC

MOT Status
Due date passed
206,945
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
13,145

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 reading206,945 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,311
Average per year13,145
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM52 LSC 82k113k145k176k207k '05'15'12

Check YM52 LSC

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage206,945 miles
Since last MOT+1,311 miles
PASS
Mileage205,634 miles
Since last MOT+6,287 miles
PASS
Mileage199,347 miles
Since last MOT+176 miles
FAIL
Mileage199,171 miles
Since last MOT+18,837 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,334 miles
Since last MOT+20,352 miles
PASS
Mileage159,982 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,978 miles
Since last MOT+20,708 miles
PASS
Mileage139,270 miles
Since last MOT+18,437 miles
PASS
Mileage120,833 miles
Since last MOT+18,723 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,110 miles
Since last MOT+5,356 miles
PASS
Mileage96,754 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,751 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage91,840 miles
Since last MOT+9,602 miles
PASS
Mileage82,238 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 LSC
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 LSC

What car is YM52 LSC?

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

What is the mileage of YM52 LSC?

The last recorded mileage for YM52 LSC was 206,945 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM52 LSC passed its MOT?

YM52 LSC has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2015.

Is YM52 LSC ULEZ compliant?

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

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