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SN52 DRX

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 137,905 miles on the clock, averaging 14,862 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 SN52 DRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,905
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
14,862

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading137,905 miles
Reading date
Miles last year357
Average per year14,862
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN52 DRX 47k69k92k115k138k '05'12'10

Check SN52 DRX

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,905 miles
Since last MOT+357 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,548 miles
Since last MOT+29,974 miles
PASS
Mileage107,574 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,570 miles
Since last MOT+7,032 miles
PASS
Mileage100,538 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,492 miles
Since last MOT+11,612 miles
PASS
Mileage88,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,880 miles
Since last MOT+7,532 miles
PASS
Mileage81,348 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage46,683 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 DRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 DRX

What car is SN52 DRX?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 DRX?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 DRX was 137,905 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 DRX passed its MOT?

SN52 DRX has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2012.

Is SN52 DRX ULEZ compliant?

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

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