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ML52 ULJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 61,787 miles on the clock, averaging 4,335 miles per year, well 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 ML52 ULJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,787
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2005
100%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
4,335

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,787 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,766
Average per year4,335
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML52 ULJ 40k46k51k56k62k '05'10'08

Check ML52 ULJ

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,787 miles
Since last MOT+1,766 miles
PASS
Mileage60,021 miles
Since last MOT+2,246 miles
PASS
Mileage57,775 miles
Since last MOT+2,515 miles
PASS
Mileage55,260 miles
Since last MOT+7,234 miles
PASS
Mileage48,026 miles
Since last MOT+7,840 miles
PASS
Mileage40,186 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

RegistrationML52 ULJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ML52 ULJ

What car is ML52 ULJ?

ML52 ULJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of ML52 ULJ?

The last recorded mileage for ML52 ULJ was 61,787 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML52 ULJ passed its MOT?

ML52 ULJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2010.

Is ML52 ULJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 ULJ 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 ML52 ULJ?

ML52 ULJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.