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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 86,473 miles on the clock, averaging 4,088 miles per year, well 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 SY52 FZA
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,473 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -4,223 |
| Average per year | 4,088 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 FZA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 FZA
What car is SY52 FZA?
SY52 FZA is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SY52 FZA?
The last recorded mileage for SY52 FZA was 86,473 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY52 FZA passed its MOT?
SY52 FZA has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2018.
Is SY52 FZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 FZA 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 FZA?
SY52 FZA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.