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SN52 DXC

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 126,995 miles on the clock, averaging 5,864 miles per year, below 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 DXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,995
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,864

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading126,995 miles
Reading date
Miles last year599
Average per year5,864
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN52 DXC 52k71k89k108k127k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage126,995 miles
Since last MOT+599 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,396 miles
Since last MOT+9,387 miles
PASS
Mileage117,009 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,990 miles
Since last MOT+10,529 miles
PASS
Mileage106,461 miles
Since last MOT+8,748 miles
PASS
Mileage97,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,713 miles
Since last MOT+8,663 miles
PASS
Mileage89,050 miles
Since last MOT+9,042 miles
PASS
Mileage80,008 miles
Since last MOT+8,719 miles
PASS
Mileage71,289 miles
Since last MOT+7,133 miles
PASS
Mileage64,156 miles
Since last MOT+12,286 miles
PASS
Mileage51,870 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
PASS
Mileage51,860 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage51,840 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
PASS
Mileage51,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,809 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 DXC
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 DXC

What car is SN52 DXC?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 DXC?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 DXC was 126,995 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 DXC passed its MOT?

SN52 DXC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 21 Nov 2018.

Is SN52 DXC ULEZ compliant?

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

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