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SN52 DVZ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 154,283 miles on the clock, averaging 7,623 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 DVZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,623

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 reading154,283 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,623
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN52 DVZ 52k77k103k129k154k '05'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,283 miles
Since last MOT+2,230 miles
PASS
Mileage152,053 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,053 miles
Since last MOT+1,619 miles
PASS
Mileage150,434 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,430 miles
Since last MOT+1,401 miles
PASS
Mileage149,029 miles
Since last MOT+9,075 miles
PASS
Mileage139,954 miles
Since last MOT+12,239 miles
PASS
Mileage127,715 miles
Since last MOT+17,070 miles
PASS
Mileage110,645 miles
Since last MOT+3,411 miles
PASS
Mileage107,234 miles
Since last MOT+4,985 miles
PASS
Mileage102,249 miles
Since last MOT+7,906 miles
PASS
Mileage94,343 miles
Since last MOT+4,943 miles
PASS
Mileage89,400 miles
Since last MOT+10,787 miles
PASS
Mileage78,613 miles
Since last MOT+15,481 miles
PASS
Mileage63,132 miles
Since last MOT+11,468 miles
PASS
Mileage51,664 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 DVZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 DVZ

What car is SN52 DVZ?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 DVZ?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 DVZ was 154,283 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 DVZ passed its MOT?

SN52 DVZ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2019.

Is SN52 DVZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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