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OU52 TZN

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 139,308 miles on the clock, averaging 6,244 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 OU52 TZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,308
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,244

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading139,308 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,947
Average per year6,244
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU52 TZN 60k79k99k119k139k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,308 miles
Since last MOT+1,947 miles
PASS
Mileage137,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,361 miles
Since last MOT+2,201 miles
PASS
Mileage135,160 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,158 miles
Since last MOT+5,839 miles
PASS
Mileage129,319 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,318 miles
Since last MOT+6,053 miles
PASS
Mileage123,265 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,264 miles
Since last MOT+5,263 miles
PASS
Mileage118,001 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,000 miles
Since last MOT+5,540 miles
PASS
Mileage112,460 miles
Since last MOT+5,030 miles
PASS
Mileage107,430 miles
Since last MOT+4,209 miles
PASS
Mileage103,221 miles
Since last MOT+5,167 miles
PASS
Mileage98,054 miles
Since last MOT+4,788 miles
PASS
Mileage93,266 miles
Since last MOT+7,322 miles
PASS
Mileage85,944 miles
Since last MOT+12,049 miles
PASS
Mileage73,895 miles
Since last MOT+14,382 miles
PASS
Mileage59,513 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,512 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

RegistrationOU52 TZN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OU52 TZN

What car is OU52 TZN?

OU52 TZN is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OU52 TZN?

The last recorded mileage for OU52 TZN was 139,308 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU52 TZN passed its MOT?

OU52 TZN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2019.

Is OU52 TZN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 TZN 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 OU52 TZN?

OU52 TZN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.