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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 138,274 miles on the clock, averaging 7,823 miles per year, around 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 AK52 XBW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,870 |
| Average per year | 7,823 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AK52 XBW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AK52 XBW
What car is AK52 XBW?
AK52 XBW is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 XBW?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 XBW was 138,274 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 XBW passed its MOT?
AK52 XBW has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2016.
Is AK52 XBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 XBW 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 AK52 XBW?
AK52 XBW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.