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ND52 XLX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 119,567 miles on the clock, averaging 4,174 miles per year, well below 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 ND52 XLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,567
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,174

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading119,567 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,174
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ND52 XLX 73k85k96k108k120k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,567 miles
Since last MOT+8,127 miles
PASS
Mileage111,440 miles
Since last MOT+4,973 miles
PASS
Mileage106,467 miles
Since last MOT+9,650 miles
PASS
Mileage96,817 miles
Since last MOT+10,061 miles
PASS
Mileage86,756 miles
PASS
Mileage89,898 miles
Since last MOT+346 miles
PASS
Mileage89,552 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage83,891 miles
Since last MOT+5,048 miles
PASS
Mileage78,843 miles
Since last MOT+5,412 miles
PASS
Mileage73,431 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

RegistrationND52 XLX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeND — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ND52 XLX

What car is ND52 XLX?

ND52 XLX is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of ND52 XLX?

The last recorded mileage for ND52 XLX was 119,567 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ND52 XLX passed its MOT?

ND52 XLX has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Feb 2017.

Is ND52 XLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND52 XLX 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 ND52 XLX?

ND52 XLX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.