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EO52 XGZ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 116,130 miles on the clock, averaging 9,235 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 EO52 XGZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,130
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,235

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 reading116,130 miles
Reading date
Miles last year120
Average per year9,235
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO52 XGZ 29k51k73k94k116k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,130 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,010 miles
Since last MOT+10,345 miles
PASS
Mileage105,665 miles
Since last MOT+125 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,202 miles
PASS
Mileage96,338 miles
Since last MOT+16,738 miles
PASS
Mileage79,600 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,496 miles
Since last MOT+7,300 miles
PASS
Mileage72,196 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,171 miles
Since last MOT+7,534 miles
PASS
Mileage64,637 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,605 miles
Since last MOT+9,105 miles
PASS
Mileage55,500 miles
Since last MOT+8,152 miles
PASS
Mileage47,348 miles
Since last MOT+6,452 miles
PASS
Mileage40,896 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,851 miles
Since last MOT+11,599 miles
PASS
Mileage29,252 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

RegistrationEO52 XGZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EO52 XGZ

What car is EO52 XGZ?

EO52 XGZ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EO52 XGZ?

The last recorded mileage for EO52 XGZ was 116,130 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO52 XGZ passed its MOT?

EO52 XGZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2015.

Is EO52 XGZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO52 XGZ 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 EO52 XGZ?

EO52 XGZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.