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DA52 DYX

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 71,133 miles on the clock, averaging 4,833 miles per year, well below 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 DA52 DYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,133
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
100%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
4,833

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading71,133 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,903
Average per year4,833
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DA52 DYX 28k39k50k60k71k '05'14'11

Check DA52 DYX

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,133 miles
Since last MOT+3,903 miles
PASS
Mileage67,230 miles
Since last MOT+4,354 miles
PASS
Mileage62,876 miles
Since last MOT+4,526 miles
PASS
Mileage58,350 miles
Since last MOT+4,260 miles
PASS
Mileage54,090 miles
Since last MOT+5,205 miles
PASS
Mileage48,885 miles
Since last MOT+3,887 miles
PASS
Mileage44,998 miles
Since last MOT+16,766 miles
PASS
Mileage28,232 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

RegistrationDA52 DYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeDA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About DA52 DYX

What car is DA52 DYX?

DA52 DYX is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.

What is the mileage of DA52 DYX?

The last recorded mileage for DA52 DYX was 71,133 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DA52 DYX passed its MOT?

DA52 DYX has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2014.

Is DA52 DYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA52 DYX 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 DA52 DYX?

DA52 DYX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.