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 Petrol 1988cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 181,053 miles on the clock, averaging 6,997 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for HX52 VLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 181,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 223 |
| Average per year | 6,997 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HX52 VLZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HX52 VLZ
What car is HX52 VLZ?
HX52 VLZ is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HX52 VLZ?
The last recorded mileage for HX52 VLZ was 181,053 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HX52 VLZ passed its MOT?
HX52 VLZ has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.
Is HX52 VLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX52 VLZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HX52 VLZ?
HX52 VLZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.