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FE52 MZT

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 225,222 miles on the clock, averaging 13,438 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 FE52 MZT

MOT Status
Due date passed
225,222
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
13,438

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 reading225,222 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,861
Average per year13,438
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE52 MZT 72k110k148k187k225k '05'17'12

Check FE52 MZT

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage225,222 miles
Since last MOT+7,861 miles
PASS
Mileage217,361 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage217,359 miles
Since last MOT+10,773 miles
PASS
Mileage206,586 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage206,584 miles
Since last MOT+6,504 miles
PASS
Mileage200,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage200,080 miles
Since last MOT+11,487 miles
PASS
Mileage188,593 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage188,593 miles
Since last MOT+12,318 miles
PASS
Mileage176,275 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage176,275 miles
Since last MOT+10,635 miles
PASS
Mileage165,640 miles
Since last MOT+16,471 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,169 miles
Since last MOT+14,359 miles
PASS
Mileage134,810 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,810 miles
Since last MOT+119,355 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,455 miles
PASS
Mileage94,268 miles
Since last MOT+22,767 miles
PASS
Mileage71,501 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

RegistrationFE52 MZT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FE52 MZT

What car is FE52 MZT?

FE52 MZT is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FE52 MZT?

The last recorded mileage for FE52 MZT was 225,222 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE52 MZT passed its MOT?

FE52 MZT has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2017.

Is FE52 MZT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE52 MZT 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 FE52 MZT?

FE52 MZT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.