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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 167,122 miles on the clock, averaging 8,701 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 BG52 JBX
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,122 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,055 |
| Average per year | 8,701 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BG52 JBX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BG52 JBX
What car is BG52 JBX?
BG52 JBX is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG52 JBX?
The last recorded mileage for BG52 JBX was 167,122 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG52 JBX passed its MOT?
BG52 JBX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 1 Nov 2018.
Is BG52 JBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 JBX 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 BG52 JBX?
BG52 JBX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.