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YS52 XUZ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 153,346 miles on the clock, averaging 8,745 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 XUZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,346
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,745

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 reading153,346 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34
Average per year8,745
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YS52 XUZ 58k82k106k130k153k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,346 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,312 miles
Since last MOT+7,587 miles
PASS
Mileage145,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,725 miles
Since last MOT+12,692 miles
PASS
Mileage133,033 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage127,936 miles
Since last MOT+5,261 miles
PASS
Mileage122,675 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,660 miles
Since last MOT+7,036 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,624 miles
Since last MOT+10,357 miles
PASS
Mileage105,267 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,181 miles
Since last MOT+5,732 miles
PASS
Mileage99,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,277 miles
PASS
Mileage92,172 miles
Since last MOT+9,715 miles
PASS
Mileage82,457 miles
Since last MOT+101 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,356 miles
Since last MOT+12,044 miles
PASS
Mileage70,312 miles
Since last MOT+12,235 miles
PASS
Mileage58,077 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,075 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
PASS
Mileage58,010 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
PASS
Mileage58,004 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 XUZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYS — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YS52 XUZ

What car is YS52 XUZ?

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

What is the mileage of YS52 XUZ?

The last recorded mileage for YS52 XUZ was 153,346 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YS52 XUZ passed its MOT?

YS52 XUZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2016.

Is YS52 XUZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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