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FL52 UGJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 128,665 miles on the clock, averaging 8,871 miles per year, around 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 FL52 UGJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,665
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,871

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,665 miles
Reading date
Miles last year484
Average per year8,871
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL52 UGJ 36k59k82k106k129k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,665 miles
Since last MOT+484 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,181 miles
Since last MOT+10,247 miles
PASS
Mileage117,934 miles
Since last MOT+4,836 miles
PASS
Mileage113,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,098 miles
Since last MOT+6,712 miles
PASS
Mileage106,386 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,363 miles
Since last MOT+6,124 miles
PASS
Mileage100,239 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,239 miles
Since last MOT+4,908 miles
PASS
Mileage95,331 miles
Since last MOT+14,656 miles
PASS
Mileage80,675 miles
Since last MOT+146 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,529 miles
Since last MOT+14,509 miles
PASS
Mileage66,020 miles
Since last MOT+11,099 miles
PASS
Mileage54,921 miles
Since last MOT+11,776 miles
PASS
Mileage43,145 miles
Since last MOT+6,871 miles
PASS
Mileage36,274 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

RegistrationFL52 UGJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FL52 UGJ

What car is FL52 UGJ?

FL52 UGJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FL52 UGJ?

The last recorded mileage for FL52 UGJ was 128,665 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL52 UGJ passed its MOT?

FL52 UGJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2017.

Is FL52 UGJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL52 UGJ 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 FL52 UGJ?

FL52 UGJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.