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EX52 TUW

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 67,211 miles on the clock, averaging 3,602 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 EX52 TUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,211
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,602

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading67,211 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,602
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX52 TUW 32k41k49k58k67k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,211 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,211 miles
Since last MOT+9,244 miles
PASS
Mileage57,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,967 miles
Since last MOT+5,063 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,904 miles
Since last MOT+4,919 miles
PASS
Mileage47,985 miles
Since last MOT+8,280 miles
PASS
Mileage39,705 miles
Since last MOT+6,607 miles
PASS
Mileage33,098 miles
Since last MOT+6,020 miles
PASS
Mileage27,078 miles
Since last MOT+5,861 miles
PASS
Mileage21,217 miles
Since last MOT+17,002 miles
PASS
Mileage4,215 miles
PASS
Mileage31,686 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 TUW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EX52 TUW

What car is EX52 TUW?

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

What is the mileage of EX52 TUW?

The last recorded mileage for EX52 TUW was 67,211 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX52 TUW passed its MOT?

EX52 TUW has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2016.

Is EX52 TUW ULEZ compliant?

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

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