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EU52 ODL

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 135,393 miles on the clock, averaging 10,463 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 ODL

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,393
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,463

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 reading135,393 miles
Reading date
Miles last year77
Average per year10,463
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 ODL 42k66k89k112k135k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,393 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,316 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage126,557 miles
Since last MOT+9,497 miles
PASS
Mileage117,060 miles
Since last MOT+10,628 miles
PASS
Mileage106,432 miles
Since last MOT+21,599 miles
PASS
Mileage84,833 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,833 miles
Since last MOT+7,893 miles
PASS
Mileage76,940 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,939 miles
Since last MOT+9,333 miles
PASS
Mileage67,606 miles
Since last MOT+11,031 miles
PASS
Mileage56,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,575 miles
Since last MOT+8,043 miles
PASS
Mileage48,532 miles
Since last MOT+6,094 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,438 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 ODL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 ODL

What car is EU52 ODL?

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

What is the mileage of EU52 ODL?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 ODL was 135,393 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 ODL passed its MOT?

EU52 ODL has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2015.

Is EU52 ODL ULEZ compliant?

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

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