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FP52 RNE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 80,697 miles on the clock, averaging 3,634 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 FP52 RNE

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,697
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
3,634

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading80,697 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,614
Average per year3,634
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP52 RNE 39k49k60k70k81k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,697 miles
Since last MOT+7,614 miles
PASS
Mileage73,083 miles
Since last MOT+7,808 miles
PASS
Mileage65,275 miles
Since last MOT+7,430 miles
PASS
Mileage57,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,155 miles
PASS
Mileage50,690 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,690 miles
Since last MOT+4,168 miles
PASS
Mileage46,522 miles
Since last MOT+6,365 miles
PASS
Mileage40,157 miles
Since last MOT+6,469 miles
PASS
Mileage33,688 miles
Since last MOT+8,906 miles
PASS
Mileage24,782 miles
Since last MOT+8,136 miles
PASS
Mileage16,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,646 miles
Since last MOT+6,342 miles
PASS
Mileage10,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,135 miles
PASS
Mileage5,169 miles
PASS
Mileage38,591 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 RNE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
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 RNE

What car is FP52 RNE?

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

What is the mileage of FP52 RNE?

The last recorded mileage for FP52 RNE was 80,697 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP52 RNE passed its MOT?

FP52 RNE has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2017.

Is FP52 RNE ULEZ compliant?

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

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