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EU52 TNK

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 110,868 miles on the clock, averaging 4,214 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 EU52 TNK

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,868
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,214

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading110,868 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,214
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 TNK 51k66k81k96k111k '05'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,868 miles
Since last MOT+2,221 miles
PASS
Mileage108,647 miles
Since last MOT+2,671 miles
PASS
Mileage105,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,976 miles
Since last MOT+3,640 miles
PASS
Mileage102,336 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,336 miles
Since last MOT+3,548 miles
PASS
Mileage98,788 miles
Since last MOT+3,197 miles
PASS
Mileage95,591 miles
Since last MOT+3,238 miles
PASS
Mileage92,353 miles
Since last MOT+3,064 miles
PASS
Mileage89,289 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,275 miles
Since last MOT+3,972 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,303 miles
Since last MOT+2,256 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,825 miles
PASS
Mileage78,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,222 miles
Since last MOT+7,423 miles
PASS
Mileage70,799 miles
Since last MOT+5,693 miles
PASS
Mileage65,106 miles
Since last MOT+6,091 miles
PASS
Mileage59,015 miles
Since last MOT+8,119 miles
PASS
Mileage50,896 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

RegistrationEU52 TNK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 TNK

What car is EU52 TNK?

EU52 TNK is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EU52 TNK?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 TNK was 110,868 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 TNK passed its MOT?

EU52 TNK has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2019.

Is EU52 TNK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU52 TNK 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 EU52 TNK?

EU52 TNK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.