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LM52 OBR

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 80,401 miles on the clock, averaging 17,401 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 LM52 OBR

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,401
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
17,401

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading80,401 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,917
Average per year17,401
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM52 OBR 43k53k62k71k80k '06'08'07

Check LM52 OBR

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,401 miles
Since last MOT+18,917 miles
PASS
Mileage61,484 miles
Since last MOT+18,095 miles
PASS
Mileage43,389 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,389 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

RegistrationLM52 OBR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 OBR

What car is LM52 OBR?

LM52 OBR is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LM52 OBR?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 OBR was 80,401 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 OBR passed its MOT?

LM52 OBR has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jun 2008.

Is LM52 OBR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 OBR 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 LM52 OBR?

LM52 OBR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.