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FD52 SEO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 48,160 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for FD52 SEO

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,160
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading48,160 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,016
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FD52 SEO 50k50k50k50k50k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,160 miles
Since last MOT+3,016 miles
PASS
Mileage45,144 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,125 miles
Since last MOT+9,265 miles
PASS
Mileage35,860 miles
Since last MOT+8,735 miles
PASS
Mileage27,125 miles
Since last MOT+124 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,001 miles
Since last MOT+15,471 miles
PASS
Mileage11,530 miles
Since last MOT+388 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,142 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage80,068 miles
Since last MOT+6,364 miles
PASS
Mileage73,704 miles
Since last MOT+10,989 miles
PASS
Mileage62,715 miles
Since last MOT+8,332 miles
PASS
Mileage54,383 miles
Since last MOT+4,153 miles
PASS
Mileage50,230 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

RegistrationFD52 SEO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FD52 SEO

What car is FD52 SEO?

FD52 SEO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FD52 SEO?

The last recorded mileage for FD52 SEO was 48,160 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD52 SEO passed its MOT?

FD52 SEO has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2015.

Is FD52 SEO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 SEO 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 FD52 SEO?

FD52 SEO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.