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KM52 OAC

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for KM52 OAC

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,734

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading117,324 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,442
Average per year5,734
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KM52 OAC 54k70k86k102k117k '07'18'12

Check KM52 OAC

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
FAIL
PASS
Mileage117,324 miles
Since last MOT+4,442 miles
PASS
Mileage112,882 miles
Since last MOT+4,977 miles
PASS
Mileage107,905 miles
Since last MOT+3,852 miles
PASS
Mileage104,053 miles
Since last MOT+4,010 miles
PASS
Mileage100,043 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,043 miles
Since last MOT+3,981 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,062 miles
Since last MOT+6,549 miles
PASS
Mileage89,513 miles
Since last MOT+10,082 miles
PASS
Mileage79,431 miles
Since last MOT+6,987 miles
PASS
Mileage72,444 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,416 miles
Since last MOT+6,039 miles
PASS
Mileage66,377 miles
Since last MOT+6,071 miles
PASS
Mileage60,306 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,304 miles
Since last MOT+6,058 miles
PASS
Mileage54,246 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
PASS
Mileage54,183 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

RegistrationKM52 OAC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 OAC

What car is KM52 OAC?

KM52 OAC is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

Has KM52 OAC passed its MOT?

KM52 OAC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 29 Nov 2019.

Is KM52 OAC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 OAC 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 KM52 OAC?

KM52 OAC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.