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SN52 DHG

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 129,485 miles on the clock, averaging 8,966 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 SN52 DHG

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,485
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,966

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 reading129,485 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,960
Average per year8,966
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN52 DHG 43k65k86k108k129k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,485 miles
Since last MOT+7,960 miles
PASS
Mileage121,525 miles
Since last MOT+455 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,070 miles
Since last MOT+6,483 miles
PASS
Mileage114,587 miles
Since last MOT+8,703 miles
PASS
Mileage105,884 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,868 miles
Since last MOT+9,339 miles
PASS
Mileage96,529 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,529 miles
Since last MOT+4,026 miles
PASS
Mileage92,503 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,410 miles
Since last MOT+10,219 miles
PASS
Mileage82,191 miles
Since last MOT+12,904 miles
PASS
Mileage69,287 miles
Since last MOT+7,292 miles
PASS
Mileage61,995 miles
Since last MOT+8,594 miles
PASS
Mileage53,401 miles
Since last MOT+10,155 miles
PASS
Mileage43,246 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

RegistrationSN52 DHG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 DHG

What car is SN52 DHG?

SN52 DHG is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SN52 DHG?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 DHG was 129,485 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 DHG passed its MOT?

SN52 DHG has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2016.

Is SN52 DHG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 DHG 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 SN52 DHG?

SN52 DHG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.