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CX52 UST

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 89,302 miles on the clock, averaging 9,037 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 CX52 UST

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,302
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2005
50%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
9,037

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading89,302 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,833
Average per year9,037
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CX52 UST 40k52k65k77k89k '05'11'09

Check CX52 UST

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage89,302 miles
Since last MOT+6,833 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,469 miles
Since last MOT+8,717 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,752 miles
Since last MOT+10,511 miles
PASS
Mileage63,241 miles
Since last MOT+14,080 miles
PASS
Mileage49,161 miles
Since last MOT+8,950 miles
PASS
Mileage40,211 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 UST
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CX52 UST

What car is CX52 UST?

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

What is the mileage of CX52 UST?

The last recorded mileage for CX52 UST was 89,302 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CX52 UST passed its MOT?

CX52 UST has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 25 Feb 2011.

Is CX52 UST ULEZ compliant?

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

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