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EO52 RXY

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 165,605 miles on the clock, averaging 20,530 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 EO52 RXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,605
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
20,530

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading165,605 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,638
Average per year20,530
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO52 RXY 43k74k104k135k166k '06'12'09

Check EO52 RXY

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,605 miles
Since last MOT+18,638 miles
PASS
Mileage146,967 miles
Since last MOT+23,753 miles
PASS
Mileage123,214 miles
Since last MOT+21,251 miles
PASS
Mileage101,963 miles
Since last MOT+18,286 miles
PASS
Mileage83,677 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,677 miles
Since last MOT+20,797 miles
PASS
Mileage62,880 miles
Since last MOT+19,918 miles
PASS
Mileage42,962 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

RegistrationEO52 RXY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EO52 RXY

What car is EO52 RXY?

EO52 RXY is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO52 RXY?

The last recorded mileage for EO52 RXY was 165,605 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO52 RXY passed its MOT?

EO52 RXY has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Jan 2012.

Is EO52 RXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO52 RXY 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 EO52 RXY?

EO52 RXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.