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FJ52 VYS

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 111,993 miles on the clock, averaging 6,329 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 FJ52 VYS

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,993
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,329

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,993 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year6,329
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 VYS 30k50k71k91k112k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,993 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,990 miles
Since last MOT+12,552 miles
PASS
Mileage99,438 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,437 miles
Since last MOT+14,509 miles
PASS
Mileage84,928 miles
Since last MOT+637 miles
PASS
Mileage84,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,291 miles
Since last MOT+8,004 miles
PASS
Mileage76,287 miles
Since last MOT+5,456 miles
PASS
Mileage70,831 miles
Since last MOT+5,672 miles
PASS
Mileage65,159 miles
Since last MOT+5,998 miles
PASS
Mileage59,161 miles
Since last MOT+8,316 miles
PASS
Mileage50,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,304 miles
PASS
Mileage43,541 miles
Since last MOT+4,734 miles
PASS
Mileage38,807 miles
Since last MOT+4,844 miles
PASS
Mileage33,963 miles
Since last MOT+4,183 miles
PASS
Mileage29,780 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

RegistrationFJ52 VYS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FJ52 VYS

What car is FJ52 VYS?

FJ52 VYS is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FJ52 VYS?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 VYS was 111,993 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 VYS passed its MOT?

FJ52 VYS has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2019.

Is FJ52 VYS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ52 VYS 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 FJ52 VYS?

FJ52 VYS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.