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MT52 SFK

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 157,204 miles on the clock, averaging 8,990 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 MT52 SFK

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,204
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,990

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading157,204 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year8,990
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MT52 SFK 46k73k101k129k157k '05'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,204 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,200 miles
Since last MOT+8,716 miles
PASS
Mileage148,484 miles
Since last MOT+7,138 miles
PASS
Mileage141,346 miles
Since last MOT+10,047 miles
PASS
Mileage131,299 miles
Since last MOT+8,665 miles
PASS
Mileage122,634 miles
Since last MOT+7,403 miles
PASS
Mileage115,231 miles
Since last MOT+6,386 miles
PASS
Mileage108,845 miles
Since last MOT+6,973 miles
PASS
Mileage101,872 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,832 miles
Since last MOT+8,663 miles
PASS
Mileage93,169 miles
Since last MOT+10,408 miles
PASS
Mileage82,761 miles
Since last MOT+335 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,426 miles
Since last MOT+11,511 miles
PASS
Mileage70,915 miles
Since last MOT+13,102 miles
PASS
Mileage57,813 miles
Since last MOT+12,226 miles
PASS
Mileage45,587 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

RegistrationMT52 SFK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MT52 SFK

What car is MT52 SFK?

MT52 SFK is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MT52 SFK?

The last recorded mileage for MT52 SFK was 157,204 miles, recorded on 18 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT52 SFK passed its MOT?

MT52 SFK has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2018.

Is MT52 SFK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 SFK 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 MT52 SFK?

MT52 SFK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.