Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1989cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 51,835 miles on the clock, averaging 2,048 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for SM52 VBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,835 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,048 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM52 VBV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1989cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SM52 VBV
What car is SM52 VBV?
SM52 VBV is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1989cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM52 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for SM52 VBV was 51,835 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM52 VBV passed its MOT?
SM52 VBV has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2022.
Is SM52 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM52 VBV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM52 VBV?
SM52 VBV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.