Vehicle summary
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 67,912 miles on the clock, averaging 5,208 miles per year, 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 ET52 GDX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 67,912 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 207 |
| Average per year | 5,208 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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
| Registration | ET52 GDX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ET52 GDX
What car is ET52 GDX?
ET52 GDX is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of ET52 GDX?
The last recorded mileage for ET52 GDX was 67,912 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET52 GDX passed its MOT?
ET52 GDX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2018.
Is ET52 GDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET52 GDX 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 ET52 GDX?
ET52 GDX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.