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BG52 NZS

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 157,748 miles on the clock, averaging 8,481 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 NZS

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,748
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,481

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading157,748 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,585
Average per year8,481
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BG52 NZS 56k82k107k132k158k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage157,748 miles
Since last MOT+14,585 miles
PASS
Mileage143,163 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,161 miles
Since last MOT+10,026 miles
PASS
Mileage133,135 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,130 miles
Since last MOT+11,192 miles
PASS
Mileage121,938 miles
Since last MOT+5,031 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,907 miles
Since last MOT+7,239 miles
PASS
Mileage109,668 miles
Since last MOT+9,073 miles
PASS
Mileage100,595 miles
Since last MOT+7,383 miles
PASS
Mileage93,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,212 miles
Since last MOT+7,715 miles
PASS
Mileage85,497 miles
Since last MOT+8,479 miles
PASS
Mileage77,018 miles
Since last MOT+9,863 miles
PASS
Mileage67,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,155 miles
Since last MOT+10,926 miles
PASS
Mileage56,229 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

RegistrationBG52 NZS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BG52 NZS

What car is BG52 NZS?

BG52 NZS is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BG52 NZS?

The last recorded mileage for BG52 NZS was 157,748 miles, recorded on 25 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG52 NZS passed its MOT?

BG52 NZS has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 25 May 2018.

Is BG52 NZS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 NZS 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 NZS?

BG52 NZS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.