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YS52 RPZ

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 118,434 miles on the clock, averaging 7,905 miles per year, around 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 YS52 RPZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,434
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,905

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading118,434 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,061
Average per year7,905
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YS52 RPZ 39k59k79k99k118k '06'16'11

Check YS52 RPZ

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,434 miles
Since last MOT+5,061 miles
PASS
Mileage113,373 miles
Since last MOT+4,357 miles
PASS
Mileage109,016 miles
Since last MOT+3,730 miles
PASS
Mileage105,286 miles
Since last MOT+5,283 miles
PASS
Mileage100,003 miles
Since last MOT+4,578 miles
PASS
Mileage95,425 miles
Since last MOT+3,856 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,569 miles
Since last MOT+10,691 miles
PASS
Mileage80,878 miles
Since last MOT+11,200 miles
PASS
Mileage69,678 miles
Since last MOT+13,528 miles
PASS
Mileage56,150 miles
Since last MOT+16,687 miles
PASS
Mileage39,463 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

RegistrationYS52 RPZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYS — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YS52 RPZ

What car is YS52 RPZ?

YS52 RPZ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YS52 RPZ?

The last recorded mileage for YS52 RPZ was 118,434 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YS52 RPZ passed its MOT?

YS52 RPZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Jan 2016.

Is YS52 RPZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS52 RPZ 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 YS52 RPZ?

YS52 RPZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.