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FJ52 XSE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 108,807 miles on the clock, averaging 5,243 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 XSE

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,807
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,243

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,807 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,243
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 XSE 36k54k72k91k109k '05'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,807 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,807 miles
Since last MOT+10,454 miles
PASS
Mileage98,353 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,353 miles
Since last MOT+2,691 miles
PASS
Mileage95,662 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,661 miles
Since last MOT+3,911 miles
PASS
Mileage91,750 miles
Since last MOT+3,223 miles
PASS
Mileage88,527 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,526 miles
Since last MOT+3,547 miles
PASS
Mileage84,979 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,976 miles
Since last MOT+2,801 miles
PASS
Mileage82,175 miles
Since last MOT+4,128 miles
PASS
Mileage78,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,433 miles
PASS
Mileage75,614 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,614 miles
Since last MOT+3,375 miles
PASS
Mileage72,239 miles
Since last MOT+5,337 miles
PASS
Mileage66,902 miles
Since last MOT+5,987 miles
PASS
Mileage60,915 miles
Since last MOT+3,999 miles
PASS
Mileage56,916 miles
Since last MOT+10,212 miles
PASS
Mileage46,704 miles
Since last MOT+11,055 miles
PASS
Mileage35,649 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 XSE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 XSE

What car is FJ52 XSE?

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

What is the mileage of FJ52 XSE?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 XSE was 108,807 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 XSE passed its MOT?

FJ52 XSE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2019.

Is FJ52 XSE ULEZ compliant?

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

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