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MJ52 EGU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 150,401 miles on the clock, averaging 5,911 miles per year, below 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 MJ52 EGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,401
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,911

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading150,401 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,402
Average per year5,911
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ52 EGU 71k91k111k131k150k '05'19'14

Check MJ52 EGU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage150,401 miles
Since last MOT+2,402 miles
PASS
Mileage147,999 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,997 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage143,157 miles
Since last MOT+3,871 miles
PASS
Mileage139,286 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,285 miles
Since last MOT+2,656 miles
PASS
Mileage136,629 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,628 miles
Since last MOT+6,566 miles
PASS
Mileage130,062 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,047 miles
Since last MOT+3,560 miles
PASS
Mileage126,487 miles
Since last MOT+47,976 miles
PASS
Mileage78,511 miles
Since last MOT+7,298 miles
PASS
Mileage71,213 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

RegistrationMJ52 EGU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MJ52 EGU

What car is MJ52 EGU?

MJ52 EGU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MJ52 EGU?

The last recorded mileage for MJ52 EGU was 150,401 miles, recorded on 13 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ52 EGU passed its MOT?

MJ52 EGU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2019.

Is MJ52 EGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ52 EGU 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 MJ52 EGU?

MJ52 EGU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.