Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 121,237 miles on the clock, averaging 7,147 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for MT52 XBF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,237 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 7,147 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT52 XBF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MT52 XBF
What car is MT52 XBF?
MT52 XBF is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT52 XBF?
The last recorded mileage for MT52 XBF was 121,237 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT52 XBF passed its MOT?
MT52 XBF has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2018.
Is MT52 XBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 XBF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MT52 XBF?
MT52 XBF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.