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FH52 XUZ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 131,995 miles on the clock, averaging 5,381 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 FH52 XUZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,995
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,381

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading131,995 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,156
Average per year5,381
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH52 XUZ 68k84k100k116k132k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,995 miles
Since last MOT+3,156 miles
PASS
Mileage128,839 miles
Since last MOT+3,748 miles
PASS
Mileage125,091 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,090 miles
Since last MOT+5,101 miles
PASS
Mileage119,989 miles
Since last MOT+4,280 miles
PASS
Mileage115,709 miles
Since last MOT+4,642 miles
PASS
Mileage111,067 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,066 miles
Since last MOT+5,623 miles
PASS
Mileage105,443 miles
Since last MOT+5,504 miles
PASS
Mileage99,939 miles
Since last MOT+8,260 miles
PASS
Mileage91,679 miles
Since last MOT+9,932 miles
PASS
Mileage81,747 miles
Since last MOT+6,888 miles
PASS
Mileage74,859 miles
Since last MOT+7,099 miles
PASS
Mileage67,760 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 XUZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 XUZ

What car is FH52 XUZ?

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

What is the mileage of FH52 XUZ?

The last recorded mileage for FH52 XUZ was 131,995 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH52 XUZ passed its MOT?

FH52 XUZ has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2017.

Is FH52 XUZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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