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EU52 MLO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 134,510 miles on the clock, averaging 11,686 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 EU52 MLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,510
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,686

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 reading134,510 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,686
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EU52 MLO 69k85k102k118k135k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,510 miles
Since last MOT+13,458 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,052 miles
Since last MOT+8,471 miles
PASS
Mileage112,581 miles
Since last MOT+16,859 miles
PASS
Mileage95,722 miles
Since last MOT+15,648 miles
PASS
Mileage80,074 miles
Since last MOT+11,210 miles
PASS
Mileage68,864 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

RegistrationEU52 MLO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 MLO

What car is EU52 MLO?

EU52 MLO is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EU52 MLO?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 MLO was 134,510 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 MLO passed its MOT?

EU52 MLO has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2012.

Is EU52 MLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU52 MLO 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 EU52 MLO?

EU52 MLO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.