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EO52 XLU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 187,504 miles on the clock, averaging 13,348 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 XLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
187,504
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
13,348

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 reading187,504 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,633
Average per year13,348
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO52 XLU 27k67k107k147k188k '05'17'13

Check EO52 XLU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage187,504 miles
Since last MOT+23,633 miles
PASS
Mileage163,871 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,684 miles
Since last MOT+17,314 miles
PASS
Mileage146,370 miles
Since last MOT+182 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,893 miles
PASS
Mileage136,295 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,278 miles
Since last MOT+13,049 miles
PASS
Mileage123,229 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,161 miles
Since last MOT+23,730 miles
PASS
Mileage99,431 miles
Since last MOT+24,675 miles
PASS
Mileage74,756 miles
Since last MOT+14,647 miles
PASS
Mileage60,109 miles
Since last MOT+7,357 miles
PASS
Mileage52,752 miles
Since last MOT+8,261 miles
PASS
Mileage44,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,491 miles
Since last MOT+8,333 miles
PASS
Mileage36,158 miles
Since last MOT+9,054 miles
PASS
Mileage27,104 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 XLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EO52 XLU

What car is EO52 XLU?

EO52 XLU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EO52 XLU?

The last recorded mileage for EO52 XLU was 187,504 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO52 XLU passed its MOT?

EO52 XLU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 16 Sep 2017.

Is EO52 XLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO52 XLU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, 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 XLU?

EO52 XLU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.