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NJ52 MVY

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 142,156 miles on the clock, averaging 5,524 miles per year, below 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 MVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,156
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,524

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading142,156 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,524
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NJ52 MVY 88k102k115k129k142k '06'16'12

Check NJ52 MVY

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,156 miles
Since last MOT+4,632 miles
PASS
Mileage137,524 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,524 miles
Since last MOT+5,004 miles
PASS
Mileage132,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,520 miles
Since last MOT+3,524 miles
PASS
Mileage128,996 miles
Since last MOT+2,545 miles
PASS
Mileage126,451 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,422 miles
Since last MOT+7,537 miles
PASS
Mileage118,885 miles
Since last MOT+3,156 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,729 miles
Since last MOT+7,730 miles
PASS
Mileage107,999 miles
Since last MOT+161 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,838 miles
Since last MOT+5,806 miles
PASS
Mileage102,032 miles
Since last MOT+6,402 miles
PASS
Mileage95,630 miles
Since last MOT+7,369 miles
PASS
Mileage88,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,261 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 MVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About NJ52 MVY

What car is NJ52 MVY?

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

What is the mileage of NJ52 MVY?

The last recorded mileage for NJ52 MVY was 142,156 miles, recorded on 12 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ52 MVY passed its MOT?

NJ52 MVY has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2016.

Is NJ52 MVY ULEZ compliant?

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

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