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EU52 TNZ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 134,126 miles on the clock, averaging 8,268 miles per year, around 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 TNZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,126
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,268

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,126 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,456
Average per year8,268
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 TNZ 65k82k99k117k134k '07'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,126 miles
Since last MOT+6,456 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,670 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage105,725 miles
Since last MOT+8,005 miles
PASS
Mileage97,720 miles
Since last MOT+11,273 miles
PASS
Mileage86,447 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,447 miles
Since last MOT+3,885 miles
PASS
Mileage82,562 miles
Since last MOT+7,089 miles
PASS
Mileage75,473 miles
Since last MOT+4,933 miles
PASS
Mileage70,540 miles
Since last MOT+5,985 miles
PASS
Mileage64,555 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 TNZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 TNZ

What car is EU52 TNZ?

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

What is the mileage of EU52 TNZ?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 TNZ was 134,126 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 TNZ passed its MOT?

EU52 TNZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2015.

Is EU52 TNZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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