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KX52 ODB

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 101,922 miles on the clock, averaging 8,372 miles per year, around 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 ODB

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,922
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,372

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading101,922 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,910
Average per year8,372
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KX52 ODB 39k55k70k86k102k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,922 miles
Since last MOT+7,910 miles
PASS
Mileage94,012 miles
Since last MOT+9,689 miles
PASS
Mileage84,323 miles
Since last MOT+8,761 miles
PASS
Mileage75,562 miles
Since last MOT+7,799 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,763 miles
Since last MOT+4,080 miles
PASS
Mileage63,683 miles
Since last MOT+6,334 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,349 miles
Since last MOT+7,162 miles
PASS
Mileage50,187 miles
Since last MOT+11,487 miles
PASS
Mileage38,700 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 ODB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 ODB

What car is KX52 ODB?

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

What is the mileage of KX52 ODB?

The last recorded mileage for KX52 ODB was 101,922 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX52 ODB passed its MOT?

KX52 ODB has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2013.

Is KX52 ODB ULEZ compliant?

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

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