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FH52 RXF

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 169,849 miles on the clock, averaging 10,226 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 FH52 RXF

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,849
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
10,226

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,849 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,226
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH52 RXF 39k72k104k137k170k '05'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,849 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,807 miles
PASS
Mileage166,040 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,038 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage162,902 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,902 miles
Since last MOT+3,468 miles
PASS
Mileage159,434 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,430 miles
Since last MOT+2,762 miles
PASS
Mileage156,668 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,566 miles
Since last MOT+7,309 miles
PASS
Mileage149,257 miles
Since last MOT+283 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,974 miles
Since last MOT+11,026 miles
PASS
Mileage137,948 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,942 miles
Since last MOT+6,881 miles
PASS
Mileage131,061 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,035 miles
Since last MOT+7,942 miles
PASS
Mileage123,093 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,065 miles
Since last MOT+5,680 miles
PASS
Mileage117,385 miles
Since last MOT+25,830 miles
PASS
Mileage91,555 miles
Since last MOT+25,728 miles
PASS
Mileage65,827 miles
Since last MOT+26,780 miles
PASS
Mileage39,047 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,047 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

RegistrationFH52 RXF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FH52 RXF

What car is FH52 RXF?

FH52 RXF is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FH52 RXF?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 RXF was 169,849 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 RXF passed its MOT?

FH52 RXF has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2018.

Is FH52 RXF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH52 RXF 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 FH52 RXF?

FH52 RXF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.