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EY52 PWE

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 124,979 miles on the clock, averaging 9,888 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 EY52 PWE

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,979
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,888

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading124,979 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,888
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EY52 PWE 28k52k76k101k125k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,979 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,979 miles
Since last MOT+11,520 miles
PASS
Mileage113,459 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,459 miles
Since last MOT+21,786 miles
PASS
Mileage91,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,673 miles
Since last MOT+16,874 miles
PASS
Mileage74,799 miles
Since last MOT+11,397 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,402 miles
Since last MOT+12,058 miles
PASS
Mileage51,344 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,333 miles
Since last MOT+9,299 miles
PASS
Mileage42,034 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,950 miles
Since last MOT+13,468 miles
PASS
Mileage28,482 miles
Since last MOT+209 miles
PASS
Mileage28,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,273 miles
Since last MOT+567 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,706 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

RegistrationEY52 PWE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EY52 PWE

What car is EY52 PWE?

EY52 PWE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EY52 PWE?

The last recorded mileage for EY52 PWE was 124,979 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY52 PWE passed its MOT?

EY52 PWE has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2016.

Is EY52 PWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY52 PWE 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 EY52 PWE?

EY52 PWE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.