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YM52 OVP

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 207,399 miles on the clock, averaging 12,126 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 OVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
207,399
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,126

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 reading207,399 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,822
Average per year12,126
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YM52 OVP 95k123k151k179k207k '06'15'11

Check YM52 OVP

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage207,399 miles
Since last MOT+11,822 miles
PASS
Mileage195,577 miles
Since last MOT+14,295 miles
PASS
Mileage181,282 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,176 miles
Since last MOT+13,642 miles
PASS
Mileage167,534 miles
Since last MOT+11,788 miles
PASS
Mileage155,746 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,734 miles
Since last MOT+15,267 miles
PASS
Mileage140,467 miles
Since last MOT+12,967 miles
PASS
Mileage127,500 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,500 miles
Since last MOT+11,740 miles
PASS
Mileage115,760 miles
Since last MOT+12,263 miles
PASS
Mileage103,497 miles
Since last MOT+8,708 miles
PASS
Mileage94,789 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 OVP
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 OVP

What car is YM52 OVP?

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

What is the mileage of YM52 OVP?

The last recorded mileage for YM52 OVP was 207,399 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM52 OVP passed its MOT?

YM52 OVP has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2015.

Is YM52 OVP ULEZ compliant?

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

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