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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 225,002 miles on the clock, averaging 9,263 miles per year, above 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 OU52 OFJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 225,002 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,369 |
| Average per year | 9,263 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | OU52 OFJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OU52 OFJ
What car is OU52 OFJ?
OU52 OFJ is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OU52 OFJ?
The last recorded mileage for OU52 OFJ was 225,002 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU52 OFJ passed its MOT?
OU52 OFJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 17 Jan 2017.
Is OU52 OFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 OFJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OU52 OFJ?
OU52 OFJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.