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EN52 CGE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 159,398 miles on the clock, averaging 11,561 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 EN52 CGE

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,561

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 reading159,398 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,561
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 CGE 30k62k95k127k159k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,398 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage145,618 miles
Since last MOT+8,482 miles
PASS
Mileage137,136 miles
Since last MOT+8,119 miles
PASS
Mileage129,017 miles
Since last MOT+12,870 miles
PASS
Mileage116,147 miles
Since last MOT+13,164 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,983 miles
Since last MOT+13,991 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,992 miles
Since last MOT+14,758 miles
PASS
Mileage74,234 miles
Since last MOT+13,453 miles
PASS
Mileage60,781 miles
Since last MOT+17,924 miles
PASS
Mileage42,857 miles
Since last MOT+12,660 miles
PASS
Mileage30,197 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

RegistrationEN52 CGE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 CGE

What car is EN52 CGE?

EN52 CGE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN52 CGE?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 CGE was 159,398 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 CGE passed its MOT?

EN52 CGE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2017.

Is EN52 CGE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN52 CGE 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 EN52 CGE?

EN52 CGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.