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MJ52 XTV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 144,012 miles on the clock, averaging 17,922 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 MJ52 XTV

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,012
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
17,922

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 reading144,012 miles
Reading date
Average per year17,922
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ52 XTV 64k84k104k124k144k '06'10'09

Check MJ52 XTV

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,012 miles
Since last MOT+7,406 miles
PASS
Mileage136,606 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,605 miles
Since last MOT+1,972 miles
PASS
Mileage134,633 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,630 miles
Since last MOT+24,007 miles
PASS
Mileage110,623 miles
Since last MOT+21,242 miles
PASS
Mileage89,381 miles
Since last MOT+25,801 miles
PASS
Mileage63,580 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 XTV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 XTV

What car is MJ52 XTV?

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

What is the mileage of MJ52 XTV?

The last recorded mileage for MJ52 XTV was 144,012 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ52 XTV passed its MOT?

MJ52 XTV has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2010.

Is MJ52 XTV ULEZ compliant?

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

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