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KX52 NLD

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 198,067 miles on the clock, averaging 6,927 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 KX52 NLD

MOT Status
Due date passed
198,067
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
6,927

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 reading198,067 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,927
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KX52 NLD 87k114k142k170k198k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage198,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage198,067 miles
Since last MOT+6,692 miles
PASS
Mileage191,375 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,367 miles
Since last MOT+7,415 miles
PASS
Mileage183,952 miles
Since last MOT+5,907 miles
PASS
Mileage178,045 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,045 miles
Since last MOT+6,197 miles
PASS
Mileage171,848 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage171,848 miles
Since last MOT+8,052 miles
PASS
Mileage163,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,796 miles
Since last MOT+4,179 miles
PASS
Mileage159,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,617 miles
Since last MOT+4,238 miles
PASS
Mileage155,379 miles
Since last MOT+4,985 miles
PASS
Mileage150,394 miles
Since last MOT+6,689 miles
PASS
Mileage143,705 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,704 miles
Since last MOT+8,612 miles
PASS
Mileage135,092 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,092 miles
Since last MOT+7,029 miles
PASS
Mileage128,063 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,063 miles
Since last MOT+5,208 miles
PASS
Mileage122,855 miles
Since last MOT+7,367 miles
PASS
Mileage115,488 miles
Since last MOT+8,631 miles
PASS
Mileage106,857 miles
Since last MOT+10,844 miles
PASS
Mileage96,013 miles
Since last MOT+9,457 miles
PASS
Mileage86,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,556 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

RegistrationKX52 NLD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KX52 NLD

What car is KX52 NLD?

KX52 NLD is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KX52 NLD?

The last recorded mileage for KX52 NLD was 198,067 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX52 NLD passed its MOT?

KX52 NLD has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2022.

Is KX52 NLD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX52 NLD 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 KX52 NLD?

KX52 NLD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.