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YP52 UCW

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 208,004 miles on the clock, averaging 12,772 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 YP52 UCW

MOT Status
Due date passed
208,004
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
12,772

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading208,004 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,772
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP52 UCW 61k98k134k171k208k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage208,004 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage208,004 miles
Since last MOT+12,749 miles
PASS
Mileage195,255 miles
Since last MOT+14,005 miles
PASS
Mileage181,250 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,248 miles
Since last MOT+14,499 miles
PASS
Mileage166,749 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,749 miles
Since last MOT+6,421 miles
PASS
Mileage160,328 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,326 miles
Since last MOT+6,982 miles
PASS
Mileage153,344 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,344 miles
Since last MOT+12,453 miles
PASS
Mileage140,891 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,891 miles
Since last MOT+15,150 miles
PASS
Mileage125,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,741 miles
Since last MOT+15,024 miles
PASS
Mileage110,717 miles
Since last MOT+163 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,554 miles
Since last MOT+12,283 miles
PASS
Mileage98,271 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,270 miles
Since last MOT+15,309 miles
PASS
Mileage82,961 miles
Since last MOT+11,673 miles
PASS
Mileage71,288 miles
Since last MOT+10,293 miles
PASS
Mileage60,995 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

RegistrationYP52 UCW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YP52 UCW

What car is YP52 UCW?

YP52 UCW is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YP52 UCW?

The last recorded mileage for YP52 UCW was 208,004 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP52 UCW passed its MOT?

YP52 UCW has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2017.

Is YP52 UCW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP52 UCW 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 YP52 UCW?

YP52 UCW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.