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PX52 RXG

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for PX52 RXG

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,364

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading110,129 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,916
Average per year7,364
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX52 RXG 22k44k66k88k110k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage110,129 miles
Since last MOT+6,916 miles
PASS
Mileage103,213 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,213 miles
Since last MOT+13,248 miles
PASS
Mileage89,965 miles
Since last MOT+26,284 miles
PASS
Mileage63,681 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,681 miles
Since last MOT+9,965 miles
PASS
Mileage53,716 miles
Since last MOT+1,903 miles
PASS
Mileage51,813 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,811 miles
Since last MOT+2,334 miles
PASS
Mileage49,477 miles
Since last MOT+3,385 miles
PASS
Mileage46,092 miles
Since last MOT+3,988 miles
PASS
Mileage42,104 miles
Since last MOT+4,436 miles
PASS
Mileage37,668 miles
Since last MOT+4,341 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,327 miles
Since last MOT+5,610 miles
PASS
Mileage27,717 miles
Since last MOT+5,252 miles
PASS
Mileage22,465 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

RegistrationPX52 RXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PX52 RXG

What car is PX52 RXG?

PX52 RXG is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.

Has PX52 RXG passed its MOT?

PX52 RXG has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2019.

Is PX52 RXG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX52 RXG 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 PX52 RXG?

PX52 RXG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.