Vehicle summary
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 125,534 miles on the clock, averaging 8,143 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 GL52 FDD
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,586 |
| Average per year | 8,143 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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
| Registration | GL52 FDD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GL52 FDD
What car is GL52 FDD?
GL52 FDD is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL52 FDD?
The last recorded mileage for GL52 FDD was 125,534 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL52 FDD passed its MOT?
GL52 FDD has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 6 Jan 2015.
Is GL52 FDD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 FDD 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 GL52 FDD?
GL52 FDD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.