Vehicle summary
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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 164,288 miles on the clock, averaging 5,288 miles per year, 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 FE52 VZM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 164,288 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -1,646 |
| Average per year | 5,288 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FE52 VZM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FE52 VZM
What car is FE52 VZM?
FE52 VZM is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FE52 VZM?
The last recorded mileage for FE52 VZM was 164,288 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE52 VZM passed its MOT?
FE52 VZM has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2016.
Is FE52 VZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE52 VZM 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 VZM?
FE52 VZM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.