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AP52 AYE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 100,179 miles on the clock, averaging 16,206 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 AP52 AYE

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,179
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
16,206

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading100,179 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,206
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP52 AYE 5k29k53k76k100k '05'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,179 miles
Since last MOT+13,071 miles
PASS
Mileage87,108 miles
Since last MOT+27,011 miles
PASS
Mileage60,097 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,032 miles
Since last MOT+25,441 miles
PASS
Mileage34,591 miles
Since last MOT+16,654 miles
PASS
Mileage17,937 miles
Since last MOT+12,981 miles
PASS
Mileage4,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage4,956 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

RegistrationAP52 AYE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AP52 AYE

What car is AP52 AYE?

AP52 AYE is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AP52 AYE?

The last recorded mileage for AP52 AYE was 100,179 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP52 AYE passed its MOT?

AP52 AYE has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2011.

Is AP52 AYE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP52 AYE 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 AP52 AYE?

AP52 AYE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.