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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 152,525 miles on the clock, averaging 8,645 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 GN52 CTE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GN52 CTE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GN — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GN52 CTE
What car is GN52 CTE?
GN52 CTE is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GN52 CTE?
The last recorded mileage for GN52 CTE was 152,525 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GN52 CTE passed its MOT?
GN52 CTE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2017.
Is GN52 CTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GN52 CTE 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 GN52 CTE?
GN52 CTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.