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KX52 OAP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 196,012 miles on the clock, averaging 12,143 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 KX52 OAP

MOT Status
Due date passed
196,012
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
12,143

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading196,012 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,822
Average per year12,143
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KX52 OAP 43k82k120k158k196k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage196,012 miles
Since last MOT+12,822 miles
PASS
Mileage183,190 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage183,180 miles
Since last MOT+11,545 miles
PASS
Mileage171,635 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,631 miles
Since last MOT+6,566 miles
PASS
Mileage165,065 miles
Since last MOT+8,482 miles
PASS
Mileage156,583 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,583 miles
Since last MOT+8,232 miles
PASS
Mileage148,351 miles
Since last MOT+10,023 miles
PASS
Mileage138,328 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,324 miles
Since last MOT+11,145 miles
PASS
Mileage127,179 miles
Since last MOT+7,470 miles
PASS
Mileage119,709 miles
Since last MOT+13,065 miles
PASS
Mileage106,644 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,644 miles
Since last MOT+22,305 miles
PASS
Mileage84,339 miles
Since last MOT+19,062 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,277 miles
Since last MOT+21,829 miles
PASS
Mileage43,448 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,419 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 OAP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 OAP

What car is KX52 OAP?

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

What is the mileage of KX52 OAP?

The last recorded mileage for KX52 OAP was 196,012 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX52 OAP passed its MOT?

KX52 OAP has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2019.

Is KX52 OAP ULEZ compliant?

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

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