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SN52 DXT

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 142,132 miles on the clock, averaging 8,388 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 DXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,132
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,388

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading142,132 miles
Reading date
Miles last year183
Average per year8,388
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN52 DXT 34k61k88k115k142k '05'18'12

Check SN52 DXT

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,132 miles
Since last MOT+183 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,949 miles
Since last MOT+6,617 miles
PASS
Mileage135,332 miles
Since last MOT+10,163 miles
PASS
Mileage125,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,169 miles
Since last MOT+7,835 miles
PASS
Mileage117,334 miles
Since last MOT+188 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,146 miles
Since last MOT+12,643 miles
PASS
Mileage104,503 miles
Since last MOT+11,600 miles
PASS
Mileage92,903 miles
Since last MOT+11,847 miles
PASS
Mileage81,056 miles
Since last MOT+8,741 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,315 miles
Since last MOT+5,551 miles
PASS
Mileage66,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,764 miles
Since last MOT+8,312 miles
PASS
Mileage58,452 miles
Since last MOT+4,166 miles
PASS
Mileage54,286 miles
Since last MOT+9,796 miles
PASS
Mileage44,490 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,490 miles
Since last MOT+5,800 miles
PASS
Mileage38,690 miles
Since last MOT+4,801 miles
PASS
Mileage33,889 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 DXT
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 DXT

What car is SN52 DXT?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 DXT?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 DXT was 142,132 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 DXT passed its MOT?

SN52 DXT has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2018.

Is SN52 DXT ULEZ compliant?

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

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