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 Petrol 1988cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 77,371 miles on the clock, averaging 3,948 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for AE52 VEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,808 |
| Average per year | 3,948 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE52 VEL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AE52 VEL
What car is AE52 VEL?
AE52 VEL is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AE52 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for AE52 VEL was 77,371 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE52 VEL passed its MOT?
AE52 VEL has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2020.
Is AE52 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE52 VEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE52 VEL?
AE52 VEL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.