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EN52 RVO

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 33,383 miles on the clock, averaging 689 miles per year, well below 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 RVO

MOT Status
Due date passed
33,383
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
689

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading33,383 miles
Reading date
Average per year689
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN52 RVO 25k27k29k31k33k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage33,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,383 miles
Since last MOT+7,233 miles
PASS
Mileage26,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,150 miles
Since last MOT+3,969 miles
PASS
Mileage22,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,181 miles
Since last MOT+7,583 miles
PASS
Mileage14,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,598 miles
Since last MOT+4,832 miles
PASS
Mileage9,766 miles
Since last MOT+2,882 miles
PASS
Mileage6,884 miles
Since last MOT+3,318 miles
PASS
Mileage3,566 miles
PASS
Mileage47,718 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,718 miles
Since last MOT+6,827 miles
PASS
Mileage40,891 miles
Since last MOT+5,877 miles
PASS
Mileage35,014 miles
Since last MOT+4,746 miles
PASS
Mileage30,268 miles
Since last MOT+5,067 miles
PASS
Mileage25,201 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 RVO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 RVO

What car is EN52 RVO?

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

What is the mileage of EN52 RVO?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 RVO was 33,383 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 RVO passed its MOT?

EN52 RVO has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2017.

Is EN52 RVO ULEZ compliant?

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

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