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SN52 DWF

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 179,969 miles on the clock, averaging 11,841 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 DWF

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,969
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,841

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 reading179,969 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,841
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN52 DWF 66k94k123k151k180k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,969 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,969 miles
Since last MOT+8,648 miles
PASS
Mileage171,321 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,318 miles
Since last MOT+367 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,951 miles
Since last MOT+10,125 miles
PASS
Mileage160,826 miles
Since last MOT+9,896 miles
PASS
Mileage150,930 miles
Since last MOT+803 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,127 miles
Since last MOT+7,323 miles
PASS
Mileage142,804 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,801 miles
Since last MOT+5,290 miles
PASS
Mileage137,511 miles
Since last MOT+10,966 miles
PASS
Mileage126,545 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,495 miles
Since last MOT+15,827 miles
PASS
Mileage110,668 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,603 miles
Since last MOT+12,591 miles
PASS
Mileage98,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,012 miles
Since last MOT+18,124 miles
PASS
Mileage79,888 miles
Since last MOT+14,080 miles
PASS
Mileage65,808 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 DWF
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 DWF

What car is SN52 DWF?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 DWF?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 DWF was 179,969 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 DWF passed its MOT?

SN52 DWF has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2015.

Is SN52 DWF ULEZ compliant?

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

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