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MX52 MXP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 122,571 miles on the clock, averaging 13,565 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 MX52 MXP

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,571
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
13,565

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading122,571 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year13,565
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MX52 MXP 23k48k73k98k123k '05'13'08

Check MX52 MXP

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,571 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,567 miles
Since last MOT+12,888 miles
PASS
Mileage109,679 miles
Since last MOT+14,368 miles
PASS
Mileage95,311 miles
Since last MOT+16,220 miles
PASS
Mileage79,091 miles
Since last MOT+14,928 miles
PASS
Mileage64,163 miles
Since last MOT+12,216 miles
PASS
Mileage51,947 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,947 miles
Since last MOT+14,225 miles
PASS
Mileage37,722 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,722 miles
Since last MOT+15,015 miles
PASS
Mileage22,707 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

RegistrationMX52 MXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MX52 MXP

What car is MX52 MXP?

MX52 MXP is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MX52 MXP?

The last recorded mileage for MX52 MXP was 122,571 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX52 MXP passed its MOT?

MX52 MXP has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2013.

Is MX52 MXP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 MXP 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 MX52 MXP?

MX52 MXP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.