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FP52 FPE

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 113,962 miles on the clock, averaging 7,061 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 FP52 FPE

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,962
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,061

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 reading113,962 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,061
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP52 FPE 42k60k78k96k114k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,962 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,961 miles
Since last MOT+6,665 miles
PASS
Mileage107,296 miles
Since last MOT+2,546 miles
PASS
Mileage104,750 miles
Since last MOT+4,958 miles
PASS
Mileage99,792 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,789 miles
Since last MOT+54,775 miles
PASS
Mileage45,014 miles
PASS
Mileage90,651 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,645 miles
Since last MOT+4,701 miles
PASS
Mileage85,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,944 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
PASS
Mileage81,004 miles
Since last MOT+6,932 miles
PASS
Mileage74,072 miles
Since last MOT+13,386 miles
PASS
Mileage60,686 miles
Since last MOT+16,060 miles
PASS
Mileage44,626 miles
Since last MOT+2,714 miles
PASS
Mileage41,912 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,912 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,912 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

RegistrationFP52 FPE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FP52 FPE

What car is FP52 FPE?

FP52 FPE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FP52 FPE?

The last recorded mileage for FP52 FPE was 113,962 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP52 FPE passed its MOT?

FP52 FPE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2016.

Is FP52 FPE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP52 FPE 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 FP52 FPE?

FP52 FPE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.