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EU52 TUO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 114,259 miles on the clock, averaging 11,745 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 EU52 TUO

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,259
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2005
100%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
11,745

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 reading114,259 miles
Reading date
Miles last year130
Average per year11,745
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 TUO 58k72k86k100k114k '05'10'07

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,259 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
PASS
Mileage114,129 miles
Since last MOT+2,166 miles
PASS
Mileage111,963 miles
Since last MOT+58,644 miles
PASS
Mileage53,319 miles
PASS
Mileage58,115 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 TUO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 TUO

What car is EU52 TUO?

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

What is the mileage of EU52 TUO?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 TUO was 114,259 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 TUO passed its MOT?

EU52 TUO has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2010.

Is EU52 TUO ULEZ compliant?

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

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