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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 148,562 miles on the clock, averaging 9,432 miles per year, above 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 MBF
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,562 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 MBF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 MBF
What car is MX52 MBF?
MX52 MBF is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MX52 MBF?
The last recorded mileage for MX52 MBF was 148,562 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX52 MBF passed its MOT?
MX52 MBF has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2016.
Is MX52 MBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 MBF 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 MBF?
MX52 MBF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.