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GX52 JLO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 126,304 miles on the clock, averaging 7,541 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 GX52 JLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,304
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,541

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,304 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,464
Average per year7,541
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GX52 JLO 43k64k85k105k126k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,464 miles
PASS
Mileage120,840 miles
Since last MOT+5,179 miles
PASS
Mileage115,661 miles
Since last MOT+5,644 miles
PASS
Mileage110,017 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,017 miles
Since last MOT+5,323 miles
PASS
Mileage104,694 miles
Since last MOT+6,634 miles
PASS
Mileage98,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,440 miles
PASS
Mileage91,620 miles
Since last MOT+7,339 miles
PASS
Mileage84,281 miles
Since last MOT+10,447 miles
PASS
Mileage73,834 miles
Since last MOT+9,941 miles
PASS
Mileage63,893 miles
Since last MOT+63,840 miles
PASS
Mileage53 miles
PASS
Mileage42,939 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

RegistrationGX52 JLO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGX — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GX52 JLO

What car is GX52 JLO?

GX52 JLO is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GX52 JLO?

The last recorded mileage for GX52 JLO was 126,304 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX52 JLO passed its MOT?

GX52 JLO has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Aug 2017.

Is GX52 JLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX52 JLO 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 GX52 JLO?

GX52 JLO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.