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DE52 JWL

2002 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 66,757 miles on the clock, averaging 2,591 miles per year, well 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 DE52 JWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,757
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
2,591

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,757 miles
Reading date
Miles last year113
Average per year2,591
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DE52 JWL 19k31k43k55k67k '06'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,757 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
PASS
Mileage66,644 miles
Since last MOT+4,175 miles
PASS
Mileage62,469 miles
Since last MOT+2,265 miles
PASS
Mileage60,204 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,204 miles
Since last MOT+2,963 miles
PASS
Mileage57,241 miles
Since last MOT+2,019 miles
PASS
Mileage55,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,222 miles
Since last MOT+1,520 miles
PASS
Mileage53,702 miles
Since last MOT+4,232 miles
PASS
Mileage49,470 miles
Since last MOT+2,290 miles
PASS
Mileage47,180 miles
Since last MOT+1,598 miles
PASS
Mileage45,582 miles
Since last MOT+1,876 miles
PASS
Mileage43,706 miles
Since last MOT+3,949 miles
PASS
Mileage39,757 miles
Since last MOT+1,743 miles
PASS
Mileage38,014 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,988 miles
Since last MOT+22,209 miles
PASS
Mileage35,779 miles
Since last MOT+2,992 miles
PASS
Mileage32,787 miles
Since last MOT+4,359 miles
PASS
Mileage28,428 miles
Since last MOT+6,292 miles
PASS
Mileage22,136 miles
Since last MOT+3,181 miles
PASS
Mileage18,955 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 JWL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeDE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About DE52 JWL

What car is DE52 JWL?

DE52 JWL is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.

What is the mileage of DE52 JWL?

The last recorded mileage for DE52 JWL was 66,757 miles, recorded on 3 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DE52 JWL passed its MOT?

DE52 JWL has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2025.

Is DE52 JWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE52 JWL 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 DE52 JWL?

DE52 JWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.