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FX52 JBE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 158,564 miles on the clock, averaging 8,213 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 FX52 JBE

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,564
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
8,213

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 reading158,564 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year8,213
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FX52 JBE 63k87k111k135k159k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,564 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,556 miles
Since last MOT+20,677 miles
PASS
Mileage137,879 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,871 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
PASS
Mileage137,759 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,730 miles
Since last MOT+2,532 miles
PASS
Mileage135,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,198 miles
Since last MOT+9,938 miles
PASS
Mileage125,260 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,245 miles
Since last MOT+4,804 miles
PASS
Mileage120,441 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,439 miles
Since last MOT+9,945 miles
PASS
Mileage110,494 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,494 miles
Since last MOT+9,765 miles
PASS
Mileage100,729 miles
Since last MOT+16,178 miles
PASS
Mileage84,551 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,551 miles
Since last MOT+6,067 miles
PASS
Mileage78,484 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,444 miles
Since last MOT+9,434 miles
PASS
Mileage69,010 miles
Since last MOT+6,089 miles
PASS
Mileage62,921 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,861 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 JBE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 JBE

What car is FX52 JBE?

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

What is the mileage of FX52 JBE?

The last recorded mileage for FX52 JBE was 158,564 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX52 JBE passed its MOT?

FX52 JBE has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2018.

Is FX52 JBE ULEZ compliant?

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

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