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AF52 AVT

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 124,591 miles on the clock, averaging 3,583 miles per year, well below 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 AF52 AVT

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,591
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,583

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading124,591 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,712
Average per year3,583
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF52 AVT 93k101k109k117k125k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage124,591 miles
Since last MOT+8,712 miles
PASS
Mileage115,879 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,878 miles
Since last MOT+4,275 miles
PASS
Mileage111,603 miles
Since last MOT+8,706 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,897 miles
Since last MOT+6,708 miles
PASS
Mileage96,189 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,189 miles
Since last MOT+9,354 miles
PASS
Mileage86,835 miles
Since last MOT+9,253 miles
PASS
Mileage77,582 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,582 miles
Since last MOT+8,915 miles
PASS
Mileage68,667 miles
Since last MOT+174 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,493 miles
Since last MOT+6,534 miles
PASS
Mileage61,959 miles
PASS
Mileage109,394 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,394 miles
Since last MOT+16,631 miles
PASS
Mileage92,763 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

RegistrationAF52 AVT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AF52 AVT

What car is AF52 AVT?

AF52 AVT is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.

What is the mileage of AF52 AVT?

The last recorded mileage for AF52 AVT was 124,591 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF52 AVT passed its MOT?

AF52 AVT has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 26 Sep 2015.

Is AF52 AVT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF52 AVT 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 AF52 AVT?

AF52 AVT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.