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SN52 OSZ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 146,125 miles on the clock, averaging 10,129 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 OSZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,125
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
10,129

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading146,125 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,129
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN52 OSZ 64k84k105k126k146k '05'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,125 miles
Since last MOT+11,564 miles
PASS
Mileage134,561 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,560 miles
Since last MOT+15,066 miles
PASS
Mileage119,494 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,493 miles
Since last MOT+11,654 miles
PASS
Mileage107,839 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,838 miles
Since last MOT+11,941 miles
PASS
Mileage95,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,897 miles
Since last MOT+9,630 miles
PASS
Mileage86,267 miles
Since last MOT+7,631 miles
PASS
Mileage78,636 miles
Since last MOT+15,009 miles
PASS
Mileage63,627 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 OSZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 OSZ

What car is SN52 OSZ?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 OSZ?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 OSZ was 146,125 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 OSZ passed its MOT?

SN52 OSZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2014.

Is SN52 OSZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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