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FJ52 WCE

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 184,428 miles on the clock, averaging 11,764 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 FJ52 WCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,428
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,764

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading184,428 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year11,764
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FJ52 WCE 54k87k119k152k184k '06'17'13

Check FJ52 WCE

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,428 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,427 miles
Since last MOT+10,373 miles
PASS
Mileage174,054 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,054 miles
Since last MOT+13,042 miles
PASS
Mileage161,012 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,100 miles
Since last MOT+10,932 miles
PASS
Mileage150,168 miles
Since last MOT+9,240 miles
PASS
Mileage140,928 miles
Since last MOT+9,028 miles
PASS
Mileage131,900 miles
Since last MOT+11,463 miles
PASS
Mileage120,437 miles
Since last MOT+13,459 miles
PASS
Mileage106,978 miles
Since last MOT+12,882 miles
PASS
Mileage94,096 miles
Since last MOT+13,612 miles
PASS
Mileage80,484 miles
Since last MOT+13,533 miles
PASS
Mileage66,951 miles
Since last MOT+13,067 miles
PASS
Mileage53,884 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 WCE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 WCE

What car is FJ52 WCE?

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

What is the mileage of FJ52 WCE?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 WCE was 184,428 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 WCE passed its MOT?

FJ52 WCE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2017.

Is FJ52 WCE ULEZ compliant?

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

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