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EU52 OJH

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 37,910 miles on the clock, averaging 640 miles per year, well 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 EU52 OJH

MOT Status
Due date passed
37,910
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
74%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
640

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading37,910 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,480
Average per year640
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 OJH 25k28k32k35k38k '05'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage37,910 miles
Since last MOT+2,480 miles
PASS
Mileage35,430 miles
Since last MOT+999 miles
PASS
Mileage34,431 miles
Since last MOT+1,832 miles
PASS
Mileage32,599 miles
Since last MOT+2,295 miles
PASS
Mileage30,304 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,280 miles
Since last MOT+2,530 miles
PASS
Mileage27,750 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,750 miles
Since last MOT+2,784 miles
PASS
Mileage24,966 miles
Since last MOT+3,082 miles
PASS
Mileage21,884 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,865 miles
Since last MOT+3,320 miles
PASS
Mileage18,545 miles
Since last MOT+3,449 miles
PASS
Mileage15,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,236 miles
PASS
Mileage11,860 miles
Since last MOT+3,444 miles
PASS
Mileage8,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,154 miles
FAIL
Mileage5,262 miles
Since last MOT+1,991 miles
PASS
Mileage3,271 miles
Since last MOT+1,830 miles
PASS
Mileage1,441 miles
PASS
Mileage38,090 miles
Since last MOT+1,858 miles
PASS
Mileage36,232 miles
Since last MOT+2,506 miles
PASS
Mileage33,726 miles
Since last MOT+3,525 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,201 miles
Since last MOT+4,939 miles
PASS
Mileage25,262 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 OJH
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 OJH

What car is EU52 OJH?

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

What is the mileage of EU52 OJH?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 OJH was 37,910 miles, recorded on 27 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 OJH passed its MOT?

EU52 OJH has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 27 May 2025.

Is EU52 OJH ULEZ compliant?

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

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