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SY52 HFG

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Inverness, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 93,615 miles on the clock, averaging 9,434 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 SY52 HFG

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,615
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,434

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading93,615 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,395
Average per year9,434
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY52 HFG 36k51k65k79k94k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,615 miles
Since last MOT+13,395 miles
PASS
Mileage80,220 miles
Since last MOT+15,902 miles
PASS
Mileage64,318 miles
Since last MOT+5,513 miles
PASS
Mileage58,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,805 miles
Since last MOT+8,295 miles
PASS
Mileage50,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,510 miles
Since last MOT+7,934 miles
PASS
Mileage42,576 miles
Since last MOT+6,282 miles
PASS
Mileage36,294 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

RegistrationSY52 HFG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SY52 HFG

What car is SY52 HFG?

SY52 HFG is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.

What is the mileage of SY52 HFG?

The last recorded mileage for SY52 HFG was 93,615 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY52 HFG passed its MOT?

SY52 HFG has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2012.

Is SY52 HFG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 HFG 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 HFG?

SY52 HFG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.