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EN52 DMO

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 113,148 miles on the clock, averaging 17,411 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 DMO

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,148
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
17,411

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,148 miles
Reading date
Average per year17,411
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 DMO 42k60k78k95k113k '06'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,148 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,148 miles
Since last MOT+28,141 miles
PASS
Mileage85,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,007 miles
Since last MOT+13,212 miles
PASS
Mileage71,795 miles
Since last MOT+15,065 miles
PASS
Mileage56,730 miles
Since last MOT+14,851 miles
PASS
Mileage41,879 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 DMO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 DMO

What car is EN52 DMO?

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

What is the mileage of EN52 DMO?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 DMO was 113,148 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 DMO passed its MOT?

EN52 DMO has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2010.

Is EN52 DMO ULEZ compliant?

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

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