Vehicle summary
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 138,738 miles on the clock, averaging 12,194 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 ML52 UHM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 12,194 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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
| Registration | ML52 UHM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ML52 UHM
What car is ML52 UHM?
ML52 UHM is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML52 UHM?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 UHM was 138,738 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 UHM passed its MOT?
ML52 UHM has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2012.
Is ML52 UHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 UHM 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 ML52 UHM?
ML52 UHM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.