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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 136,673 miles on the clock, averaging 5,946 miles per year, 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 XUM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 67 |
| Average per year | 5,946 |
| 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
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 | ND52 XUM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ND52 XUM
What car is ND52 XUM?
ND52 XUM is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of ND52 XUM?
The last recorded mileage for ND52 XUM was 136,673 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND52 XUM passed its MOT?
ND52 XUM has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2019.
Is ND52 XUM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND52 XUM 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 XUM?
ND52 XUM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.