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OV52 PXD

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 161,783 miles on the clock, averaging 9,253 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 OV52 PXD

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,783
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
9,253

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading161,783 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,143
Average per year9,253
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OV52 PXD 75k96k118k140k162k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,783 miles
Since last MOT+8,143 miles
PASS
Mileage153,640 miles
Since last MOT+6,724 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,916 miles
Since last MOT+7,680 miles
PASS
Mileage139,236 miles
Since last MOT+127 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,109 miles
Since last MOT+15,189 miles
PASS
Mileage123,920 miles
Since last MOT+15,582 miles
PASS
Mileage108,338 miles
Since last MOT+3,969 miles
PASS
Mileage104,369 miles
Since last MOT+3,369 miles
PASS
Mileage101,000 miles
Since last MOT+12,006 miles
PASS
Mileage88,994 miles
Since last MOT+14,278 miles
PASS
Mileage74,716 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

RegistrationOV52 PXD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OV52 PXD

What car is OV52 PXD?

OV52 PXD is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OV52 PXD?

The last recorded mileage for OV52 PXD was 161,783 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV52 PXD passed its MOT?

OV52 PXD has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2015.

Is OV52 PXD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 PXD 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 OV52 PXD?

OV52 PXD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.