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EN52 UOE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 300,902 miles on the clock, averaging 17,473 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 UOE

MOT Status
Due date passed
300,902
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
17,473

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading300,902 miles
Reading date
Miles last year539
Average per year17,473
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN52 UOE 107k155k204k252k301k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage300,902 miles
Since last MOT+539 miles
FAIL
Mileage300,363 miles
Since last MOT+22,996 miles
PASS
Mileage277,367 miles
Since last MOT+325 miles
FAIL
Mileage277,042 miles
Since last MOT+18,697 miles
PASS
Mileage258,345 miles
Since last MOT+612 miles
FAIL
Mileage257,733 miles
Since last MOT+21,177 miles
FAIL
Mileage236,556 miles
Since last MOT+16,794 miles
PASS
Mileage219,762 miles
Since last MOT+316 miles
FAIL
Mileage219,446 miles
Since last MOT+13,989 miles
PASS
Mileage205,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage205,457 miles
Since last MOT+15,483 miles
PASS
Mileage189,974 miles
Since last MOT+14,922 miles
PASS
Mileage175,052 miles
Since last MOT+269 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,783 miles
Since last MOT+14,314 miles
PASS
Mileage160,469 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,466 miles
Since last MOT+11,524 miles
PASS
Mileage148,942 miles
Since last MOT+11,742 miles
PASS
Mileage137,200 miles
Since last MOT+30,473 miles
PASS
Mileage106,727 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 UOE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 UOE

What car is EN52 UOE?

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

What is the mileage of EN52 UOE?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 UOE was 300,902 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 UOE passed its MOT?

EN52 UOE has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.

Is EN52 UOE ULEZ compliant?

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

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