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PE52 NMA

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 187,559 miles on the clock, averaging 9,946 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 PE52 NMA

MOT Status
Due date passed
187,559
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,946

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading187,559 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,946
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE52 NMA 75k103k131k159k188k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage187,559 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,559 miles
Since last MOT+7,380 miles
PASS
Mileage180,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,179 miles
Since last MOT+9,362 miles
PASS
Mileage170,817 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage161,972 miles
Since last MOT+3,450 miles
PASS
Mileage158,522 miles
Since last MOT+1,870 miles
PASS
Mileage156,652 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,652 miles
Since last MOT+6,081 miles
PASS
Mileage150,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,571 miles
Since last MOT+11,583 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,988 miles
Since last MOT+11,260 miles
PASS
Mileage127,728 miles
Since last MOT+14,085 miles
PASS
Mileage113,643 miles
Since last MOT+19,255 miles
PASS
Mileage94,388 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,388 miles
Since last MOT+20,322 miles
PASS
Mileage75,066 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

RegistrationPE52 NMA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PE52 NMA

What car is PE52 NMA?

PE52 NMA is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PE52 NMA?

The last recorded mileage for PE52 NMA was 187,559 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE52 NMA passed its MOT?

PE52 NMA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2017.

Is PE52 NMA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE52 NMA 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 PE52 NMA?

PE52 NMA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.