Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 161,624 miles on the clock, averaging 24,495 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BG52 OBC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,624 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,365 |
| Average per year | 24,495 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG52 OBC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BG52 OBC
What car is BG52 OBC?
BG52 OBC is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG52 OBC?
The last recorded mileage for BG52 OBC was 161,624 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG52 OBC passed its MOT?
BG52 OBC has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2011.
Is BG52 OBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 OBC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG52 OBC?
BG52 OBC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.