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GX52 SJU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 173,150 miles on the clock, averaging 9,549 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 GX52 SJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,150
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,549

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,150 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year9,549
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GX52 SJU 65k92k119k146k173k '05'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,150 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,138 miles
Since last MOT+8,895 miles
PASS
Mileage164,243 miles
Since last MOT+146 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,097 miles
Since last MOT+11,942 miles
PASS
Mileage152,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,155 miles
Since last MOT+12,615 miles
PASS
Mileage139,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,867 miles
PASS
Mileage129,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,673 miles
Since last MOT+10,827 miles
PASS
Mileage118,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,292 miles
PASS
Mileage112,554 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,554 miles
Since last MOT+13,113 miles
PASS
Mileage99,441 miles
PASS
Mileage880,067 miles
Since last MOT+763,638 miles
PASS
Mileage116,429 miles
Since last MOT+31,445 miles
PASS
Mileage84,984 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,982 miles
Since last MOT+19,756 miles
PASS
Mileage65,226 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 SJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
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 SJU

What car is GX52 SJU?

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

What is the mileage of GX52 SJU?

The last recorded mileage for GX52 SJU was 173,150 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX52 SJU passed its MOT?

GX52 SJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2017.

Is GX52 SJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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