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FJ52 XSW

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 77,210 miles on the clock, averaging 1,450 miles per year, well 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 XSW

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,210
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,450

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,210 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,450
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 XSW 62k66k70k73k77k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,210 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,161 miles
Since last MOT+6,155 miles
PASS
Mileage71,006 miles
Since last MOT+9,341 miles
PASS
Mileage61,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,665 miles
Since last MOT+181 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,484 miles
Since last MOT+11,129 miles
PASS
Mileage50,355 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,340 miles
Since last MOT+9,783 miles
PASS
Mileage40,557 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,533 miles
Since last MOT+17,097 miles
PASS
Mileage23,436 miles
Since last MOT+752 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,684 miles
Since last MOT+13,037 miles
PASS
Mileage9,647 miles
Since last MOT+9,515 miles
PASS
Mileage132 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132 miles
PASS
Mileage74,570 miles
Since last MOT+9,944 miles
PASS
Mileage64,626 miles
Since last MOT+2,455 miles
PASS
Mileage62,171 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 XSW
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 XSW

What car is FJ52 XSW?

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

What is the mileage of FJ52 XSW?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 XSW was 77,210 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 XSW passed its MOT?

FJ52 XSW has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2015.

Is FJ52 XSW ULEZ compliant?

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

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