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LL52 DLK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 173,440 miles on the clock, averaging 9,954 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 LL52 DLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,440
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
9,954

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,440 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,954
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LL52 DLK 53k83k113k143k173k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,440 miles
Since last MOT+5,418 miles
PASS
Mileage168,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,022 miles
Since last MOT+7,690 miles
PASS
Mileage160,332 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,332 miles
Since last MOT+5,361 miles
PASS
Mileage154,971 miles
Since last MOT+7,844 miles
PASS
Mileage147,127 miles
Since last MOT+6,631 miles
PASS
Mileage140,496 miles
Since last MOT+5,425 miles
PASS
Mileage135,071 miles
Since last MOT+5,808 miles
PASS
Mileage129,263 miles
Since last MOT+8,290 miles
PASS
Mileage120,973 miles
Since last MOT+17,098 miles
PASS
Mileage103,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,875 miles
Since last MOT+10,250 miles
PASS
Mileage93,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,625 miles
Since last MOT+16,698 miles
PASS
Mileage76,927 miles
Since last MOT+19,616 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,311 miles
Since last MOT+4,059 miles
PASS
Mileage53,252 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

RegistrationLL52 DLK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLL — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LL52 DLK

What car is LL52 DLK?

LL52 DLK is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LL52 DLK?

The last recorded mileage for LL52 DLK was 173,440 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LL52 DLK passed its MOT?

LL52 DLK has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2019.

Is LL52 DLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LL52 DLK 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 LL52 DLK?

LL52 DLK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.