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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 172,528 miles on the clock, averaging 12,368 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 CU52 BXV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,528 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,468 |
| Average per year | 12,368 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | CU52 BXV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CU52 BXV
What car is CU52 BXV?
CU52 BXV is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU52 BXV?
The last recorded mileage for CU52 BXV was 172,528 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU52 BXV passed its MOT?
CU52 BXV has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 10 Oct 2017.
Is CU52 BXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 BXV 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 CU52 BXV?
CU52 BXV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.