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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 33,446 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).
MOT & Mileage History for AE52 GPU
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 33,446 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | AE52 GPU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AE52 GPU
What car is AE52 GPU?
AE52 GPU is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AE52 GPU?
The last recorded mileage for AE52 GPU was 33,446 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE52 GPU passed its MOT?
AE52 GPU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 29 Jul 2021.
Is AE52 GPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE52 GPU 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 AE52 GPU?
AE52 GPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.