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PE52 RSY

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 134,288 miles on the clock, averaging 8,005 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 PE52 RSY

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,288
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,005

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 reading134,288 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,005
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE52 RSY 57k76k95k115k134k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,288 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,288 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage128,565 miles
Since last MOT+5,764 miles
PASS
Mileage122,801 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,739 miles
Since last MOT+4,665 miles
PASS
Mileage118,074 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,071 miles
Since last MOT+8,821 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage104,410 miles
Since last MOT+6,606 miles
PASS
Mileage97,804 miles
Since last MOT+6,277 miles
PASS
Mileage91,527 miles
Since last MOT+7,351 miles
PASS
Mileage84,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,176 miles
Since last MOT+15,868 miles
PASS
Mileage68,308 miles
Since last MOT+11,645 miles
PASS
Mileage56,663 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 RSY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PE52 RSY

What car is PE52 RSY?

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

What is the mileage of PE52 RSY?

The last recorded mileage for PE52 RSY was 134,288 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE52 RSY passed its MOT?

PE52 RSY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2016.

Is PE52 RSY ULEZ compliant?

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

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