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LC52 DPV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 160,340 miles on the clock, averaging 7,580 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 LC52 DPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,340
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,580

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading160,340 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,618
Average per year7,580
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC52 DPV 53k79k106k133k160k '05'20'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,340 miles
Since last MOT+6,618 miles
PASS
Mileage153,722 miles
Since last MOT+7,215 miles
PASS
Mileage146,507 miles
Since last MOT+9,499 miles
PASS
Mileage137,008 miles
Since last MOT+9,942 miles
PASS
Mileage127,066 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,066 miles
Since last MOT+9,840 miles
PASS
Mileage117,226 miles
Since last MOT+7,178 miles
PASS
Mileage110,048 miles
Since last MOT+7,945 miles
PASS
Mileage102,103 miles
Since last MOT+8,255 miles
PASS
Mileage93,848 miles
Since last MOT+8,642 miles
PASS
Mileage85,206 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,206 miles
Since last MOT+9,382 miles
PASS
Mileage75,824 miles
Since last MOT+230 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,594 miles
Since last MOT+9,306 miles
PASS
Mileage66,288 miles
Since last MOT+4,048 miles
PASS
Mileage62,240 miles
Since last MOT+4,150 miles
PASS
Mileage58,090 miles
Since last MOT+5,571 miles
PASS
Mileage52,519 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

RegistrationLC52 DPV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 DPV

What car is LC52 DPV?

LC52 DPV is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LC52 DPV?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 DPV was 160,340 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 DPV passed its MOT?

LC52 DPV has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2020.

Is LC52 DPV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC52 DPV 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 LC52 DPV?

LC52 DPV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.