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KX52 OCU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 199,427 miles on the clock, averaging 11,484 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 OCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
199,427
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,484

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading199,427 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,527
Average per year11,484
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KX52 OCU 29k72k114k157k199k '06'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage199,427 miles
Since last MOT+7,527 miles
PASS
Mileage191,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage191,900 miles
Since last MOT+6,626 miles
PASS
Mileage185,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage185,274 miles
Since last MOT+4,796 miles
PASS
Mileage180,478 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,478 miles
Since last MOT+6,222 miles
PASS
Mileage174,256 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,256 miles
Since last MOT+7,543 miles
PASS
Mileage166,713 miles
Since last MOT+10,892 miles
PASS
Mileage155,821 miles
Since last MOT+22,814 miles
PASS
Mileage133,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,007 miles
Since last MOT+26,063 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,944 miles
Since last MOT+20,520 miles
PASS
Mileage86,424 miles
Since last MOT+16,354 miles
PASS
Mileage70,070 miles
Since last MOT+15,564 miles
PASS
Mileage54,506 miles
Since last MOT+10,686 miles
PASS
Mileage43,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,976 miles
PASS
Mileage38,844 miles
Since last MOT+9,618 miles
PASS
Mileage29,226 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 OCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KX52 OCU

What car is KX52 OCU?

KX52 OCU is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KX52 OCU?

The last recorded mileage for KX52 OCU was 199,427 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX52 OCU passed its MOT?

KX52 OCU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 12 Nov 2020.

Is KX52 OCU ULEZ compliant?

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

KX52 OCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.