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CX52 AKU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Bangor, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 129,878 miles on the clock, averaging 7,824 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 CX52 AKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,878
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,824

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 reading129,878 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,824
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CX52 AKU 44k65k87k108k130k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,878 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,878 miles
Since last MOT+9,024 miles
PASS
Mileage120,854 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,835 miles
Since last MOT+9,885 miles
PASS
Mileage110,950 miles
Since last MOT+8,590 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,360 miles
Since last MOT+8,200 miles
PASS
Mileage94,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,212 miles
PASS
Mileage88,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,542 miles
PASS
Mileage85,406 miles
Since last MOT+4,049 miles
PASS
Mileage81,357 miles
Since last MOT+5,077 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,280 miles
Since last MOT+8,667 miles
PASS
Mileage67,613 miles
Since last MOT+12,718 miles
PASS
Mileage54,895 miles
Since last MOT+11,073 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,822 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

RegistrationCX52 AKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CX52 AKU

What car is CX52 AKU?

CX52 AKU is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bangor in 2002.

What is the mileage of CX52 AKU?

The last recorded mileage for CX52 AKU was 129,878 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CX52 AKU passed its MOT?

CX52 AKU has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2017.

Is CX52 AKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX52 AKU 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 CX52 AKU?

CX52 AKU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.