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OE52 MLK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 129,559 miles on the clock, averaging 8,825 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 OE52 MLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,559
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,825

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,559 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,513
Average per year8,825
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OE52 MLK 29k54k79k104k130k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,559 miles
Since last MOT+14,513 miles
PASS
Mileage115,046 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,045 miles
Since last MOT+13,061 miles
PASS
Mileage101,984 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,984 miles
Since last MOT+13,624 miles
PASS
Mileage88,360 miles
Since last MOT+10,013 miles
PASS
Mileage78,347 miles
Since last MOT+6,373 miles
PASS
Mileage71,974 miles
Since last MOT+5,670 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,926 miles
PASS
Mileage60,378 miles
Since last MOT+3,189 miles
PASS
Mileage57,189 miles
Since last MOT+6,943 miles
PASS
Mileage50,246 miles
Since last MOT+6,331 miles
PASS
Mileage43,915 miles
Since last MOT+7,560 miles
PASS
Mileage36,355 miles
Since last MOT+7,385 miles
PASS
Mileage28,970 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

RegistrationOE52 MLK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OE52 MLK

What car is OE52 MLK?

OE52 MLK is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OE52 MLK?

The last recorded mileage for OE52 MLK was 129,559 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE52 MLK passed its MOT?

OE52 MLK has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2017.

Is OE52 MLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE52 MLK 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 OE52 MLK?

OE52 MLK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.