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FL52 WUT

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 188,518 miles on the clock, averaging 5,796 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 FL52 WUT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
188,518
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,796

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading188,518 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,689
Average per year5,796
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL52 WUT 75k104k132k160k189k '06'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage188,518 miles
Since last MOT+2,689 miles
PASS
Mileage185,829 miles
Since last MOT+1,766 miles
PASS
Mileage184,063 miles
Since last MOT+2,481 miles
PASS
Mileage181,582 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,582 miles
Since last MOT+5,758 miles
PASS
Mileage175,824 miles
Since last MOT+7,463 miles
PASS
Mileage168,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,361 miles
Since last MOT+4,811 miles
PASS
Mileage163,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,550 miles
Since last MOT+11,598 miles
PASS
Mileage151,952 miles
Since last MOT+221 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,731 miles
Since last MOT+14,896 miles
PASS
Mileage136,835 miles
Since last MOT+13,150 miles
PASS
Mileage123,685 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,685 miles
Since last MOT+15,614 miles
PASS
Mileage108,071 miles
Since last MOT+13,823 miles
PASS
Mileage94,248 miles
Since last MOT+11,252 miles
PASS
Mileage82,996 miles
PASS
Mileage90,215 miles
Since last MOT+14,753 miles
PASS
Mileage75,462 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 WUT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 WUT

What car is FL52 WUT?

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

What is the mileage of FL52 WUT?

The last recorded mileage for FL52 WUT was 188,518 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL52 WUT passed its MOT?

FL52 WUT has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2026.

Is FL52 WUT ULEZ compliant?

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

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