Vehicle summary
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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 123,614 miles on the clock, averaging 7,561 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 SY52 CXX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,614 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,974 |
| Average per year | 7,561 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SY52 CXX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SY52 CXX
What car is SY52 CXX?
SY52 CXX is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SY52 CXX?
The last recorded mileage for SY52 CXX was 123,614 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY52 CXX passed its MOT?
SY52 CXX has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2015.
Is SY52 CXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 CXX 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 SY52 CXX?
SY52 CXX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.