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NJ52 MUP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 101,150 miles on the clock, averaging 10,618 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 NJ52 MUP

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,150
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,618

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading101,150 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,107
Average per year10,618
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ52 MUP 37k53k69k85k101k '06'12'10

Check NJ52 MUP

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,150 miles
Since last MOT+8,107 miles
PASS
Mileage93,043 miles
Since last MOT+6,443 miles
PASS
Mileage86,600 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,036 miles
Since last MOT+56,675 miles
PASS
Mileage79,361 miles
Since last MOT+20,688 miles
PASS
Mileage58,673 miles
Since last MOT+13,782 miles
PASS
Mileage44,891 miles
Since last MOT+7,982 miles
PASS
Mileage36,909 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

RegistrationNJ52 MUP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About NJ52 MUP

What car is NJ52 MUP?

NJ52 MUP is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NJ52 MUP?

The last recorded mileage for NJ52 MUP was 101,150 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ52 MUP passed its MOT?

NJ52 MUP has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Oct 2012.

Is NJ52 MUP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ52 MUP 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 NJ52 MUP?

NJ52 MUP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.