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 Petrol 1988cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 72,506 miles on the clock, averaging 7,170 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BU52 TVY
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU52 TVY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 TVY
What car is BU52 TVY?
BU52 TVY is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU52 TVY?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 TVY was 72,506 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 TVY passed its MOT?
BU52 TVY has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2011.
Is BU52 TVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 TVY 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 BU52 TVY?
BU52 TVY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.