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LJ52 LPU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 161,148 miles on the clock, averaging 10,198 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 LJ52 LPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,148
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,198

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading161,148 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,570
Average per year10,198
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ52 LPU 46k75k104k132k161k '05'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,148 miles
Since last MOT+3,570 miles
PASS
Mileage157,578 miles
Since last MOT+3,981 miles
PASS
Mileage153,597 miles
Since last MOT+2,704 miles
PASS
Mileage150,893 miles
Since last MOT+3,985 miles
PASS
Mileage146,908 miles
Since last MOT+5,478 miles
PASS
Mileage141,430 miles
Since last MOT+2,969 miles
PASS
Mileage138,461 miles
Since last MOT+8,841 miles
PASS
Mileage129,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,620 miles
Since last MOT+18,987 miles
PASS
Mileage110,633 miles
Since last MOT+19,576 miles
PASS
Mileage91,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,057 miles
Since last MOT+21,174 miles
PASS
Mileage69,883 miles
Since last MOT+23,603 miles
PASS
Mileage46,280 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

RegistrationLJ52 LPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 LPU

What car is LJ52 LPU?

LJ52 LPU is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 LPU?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 LPU was 161,148 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 LPU passed its MOT?

LJ52 LPU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2016.

Is LJ52 LPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 LPU 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 LJ52 LPU?

LJ52 LPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.