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ND52 XPA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 129,613 miles on the clock, averaging 8,683 miles per year, around 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 XPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,613
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,683

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,613 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,587
Average per year8,683
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ND52 XPA 52k71k91k110k130k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,613 miles
Since last MOT+8,587 miles
PASS
Mileage121,026 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,026 miles
Since last MOT+10,476 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,550 miles
Since last MOT+9,145 miles
PASS
Mileage101,405 miles
Since last MOT+4,241 miles
PASS
Mileage97,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage91,441 miles
Since last MOT+6,062 miles
PASS
Mileage85,379 miles
Since last MOT+6,935 miles
PASS
Mileage78,444 miles
PASS
Mileage654,119 miles
Since last MOT+602,344 miles
PASS
Mileage51,775 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 XPA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeND — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ND52 XPA

What car is ND52 XPA?

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

What is the mileage of ND52 XPA?

The last recorded mileage for ND52 XPA was 129,613 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ND52 XPA passed its MOT?

ND52 XPA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2015.

Is ND52 XPA ULEZ compliant?

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

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