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EX52 EAF

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 122,431 miles on the clock, averaging 13,947 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 EX52 EAF

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,431
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
13,947

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading122,431 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,673
Average per year13,947
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX52 EAF 47k66k85k104k122k '05'11'08

Check EX52 EAF

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,431 miles
Since last MOT+15,673 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,758 miles
Since last MOT+10,915 miles
PASS
Mileage95,843 miles
Since last MOT+15,176 miles
PASS
Mileage80,667 miles
Since last MOT+22,529 miles
PASS
Mileage58,138 miles
Since last MOT+11,303 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,835 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

RegistrationEX52 EAF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EX52 EAF

What car is EX52 EAF?

EX52 EAF is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EX52 EAF?

The last recorded mileage for EX52 EAF was 122,431 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX52 EAF passed its MOT?

EX52 EAF has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2011.

Is EX52 EAF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX52 EAF 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 EX52 EAF?

EX52 EAF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.