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EY52 XJW

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 143,607 miles on the clock, averaging 13,000 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 XJW

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,607
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
13,000

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,607 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,000
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EY52 XJW 66k85k105k124k144k '06'12'10

Check EY52 XJW

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,607 miles
Since last MOT+5,184 miles
PASS
Mileage138,423 miles
Since last MOT+22,962 miles
PASS
Mileage115,461 miles
Since last MOT+12,280 miles
PASS
Mileage103,181 miles
Since last MOT+11,983 miles
PASS
Mileage91,198 miles
Since last MOT+12,828 miles
PASS
Mileage78,370 miles
Since last MOT+12,859 miles
PASS
Mileage65,511 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 XJW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EY52 XJW

What car is EY52 XJW?

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

What is the mileage of EY52 XJW?

The last recorded mileage for EY52 XJW was 143,607 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY52 XJW passed its MOT?

EY52 XJW has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Oct 2012.

Is EY52 XJW ULEZ compliant?

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

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