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FX52 EMF

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 133,978 miles on the clock, averaging 9,793 miles per year, above 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 FX52 EMF

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,978
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,793

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading133,978 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,793
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FX52 EMF 5k37k69k102k134k '05'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,978 miles
Since last MOT+4,930 miles
PASS
Mileage129,048 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,040 miles
Since last MOT+5,202 miles
PASS
Mileage123,838 miles
Since last MOT+9,507 miles
PASS
Mileage114,331 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,331 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage109,678 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,296 miles
Since last MOT+6,192 miles
PASS
Mileage98,104 miles
Since last MOT+6,452 miles
PASS
Mileage91,652 miles
Since last MOT+6,393 miles
PASS
Mileage85,259 miles
Since last MOT+7,506 miles
PASS
Mileage77,753 miles
Since last MOT+8,461 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,292 miles
Since last MOT+8,420 miles
PASS
Mileage60,872 miles
Since last MOT+7,165 miles
PASS
Mileage53,707 miles
Since last MOT+7,538 miles
PASS
Mileage46,169 miles
Since last MOT+41,475 miles
PASS
Mileage4,694 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

RegistrationFX52 EMF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FX52 EMF

What car is FX52 EMF?

FX52 EMF is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FX52 EMF?

The last recorded mileage for FX52 EMF was 133,978 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX52 EMF passed its MOT?

FX52 EMF has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2018.

Is FX52 EMF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX52 EMF 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 FX52 EMF?

FX52 EMF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.