Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 74,687 miles on the clock, averaging 3,998 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for MX52 BFU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 428 |
| Average per year | 3,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MX52 BFU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MX52 BFU
What car is MX52 BFU?
MX52 BFU is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MX52 BFU?
The last recorded mileage for MX52 BFU was 74,687 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX52 BFU passed its MOT?
MX52 BFU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2018.
Is MX52 BFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 BFU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MX52 BFU?
MX52 BFU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.