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KM52 XTU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 116,446 miles on the clock, averaging 5,599 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 KM52 XTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,446
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,599

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

Below average
Latest reading116,446 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,292
Average per year5,599
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM52 XTU 41k60k79k98k116k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,446 miles
Since last MOT+11,292 miles
PASS
Mileage105,154 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,120 miles
Since last MOT+11,061 miles
PASS
Mileage94,059 miles
Since last MOT+11,694 miles
PASS
Mileage82,365 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,344 miles
Since last MOT+10,188 miles
PASS
Mileage72,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,156 miles
Since last MOT+20,225 miles
PASS
Mileage51,931 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,931 miles
Since last MOT+24,605 miles
PASS
Mileage27,326 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,321 miles
Since last MOT+10,483 miles
PASS
Mileage16,838 miles
Since last MOT+9,628 miles
PASS
Mileage7,210 miles
Since last MOT+4,855 miles
PASS
Mileage2,355 miles
PASS
Mileage73,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,271 miles
Since last MOT+14,669 miles
PASS
Mileage58,602 miles
Since last MOT+17,152 miles
PASS
Mileage41,450 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 XTU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 XTU

What car is KM52 XTU?

KM52 XTU is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM52 XTU?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 XTU was 116,446 miles, recorded on 29 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 XTU passed its MOT?

KM52 XTU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2019.

Is KM52 XTU ULEZ compliant?

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

KM52 XTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.