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MX52 MYB

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 117,252 miles on the clock, averaging 8,742 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 MX52 MYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,252
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,742

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,252 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,250
Average per year8,742
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MX52 MYB 21k45k69k93k117k '06'17'11

Check MX52 MYB

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,252 miles
Since last MOT+11,250 miles
PASS
Mileage106,002 miles
Since last MOT+11,199 miles
PASS
Mileage94,803 miles
Since last MOT+11,366 miles
PASS
Mileage83,437 miles
Since last MOT+10,368 miles
PASS
Mileage73,069 miles
Since last MOT+9,942 miles
PASS
Mileage63,127 miles
Since last MOT+9,643 miles
PASS
Mileage53,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,484 miles
Since last MOT+7,267 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,217 miles
Since last MOT+6,568 miles
PASS
Mileage39,649 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,649 miles
Since last MOT+7,612 miles
PASS
Mileage32,037 miles
Since last MOT+5,569 miles
PASS
Mileage26,468 miles
Since last MOT+5,553 miles
PASS
Mileage20,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,915 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 MYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 MYB

What car is MX52 MYB?

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

What is the mileage of MX52 MYB?

The last recorded mileage for MX52 MYB was 117,252 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX52 MYB passed its MOT?

MX52 MYB has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2017.

Is MX52 MYB ULEZ compliant?

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

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