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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 180,488 miles on the clock, averaging 9,358 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 UMR
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,488 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 UMR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ML52 UMR
What car is ML52 UMR?
ML52 UMR is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML52 UMR?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 UMR was 180,488 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 UMR passed its MOT?
ML52 UMR has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2016.
Is ML52 UMR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 UMR 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 ML52 UMR?
ML52 UMR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.