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WF52 MWX

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Exeter, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 123,503 miles on the clock, averaging 6,302 miles per year, 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 WF52 MWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,503
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,302

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,503 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,804
Average per year6,302
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF52 MWX 28k52k76k100k124k '05'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,503 miles
Since last MOT+1,804 miles
PASS
Mileage121,699 miles
Since last MOT+2,944 miles
PASS
Mileage118,755 miles
Since last MOT+3,734 miles
PASS
Mileage115,021 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage110,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,105 miles
Since last MOT+3,465 miles
PASS
Mileage106,640 miles
Since last MOT+6,291 miles
PASS
Mileage100,349 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,339 miles
Since last MOT+2,852 miles
PASS
Mileage97,487 miles
Since last MOT+469 miles
PASS
Mileage97,018 miles
Since last MOT+3,278 miles
PASS
Mileage93,740 miles
Since last MOT+6,926 miles
PASS
Mileage86,814 miles
Since last MOT+9,250 miles
PASS
Mileage77,564 miles
Since last MOT+4,777 miles
PASS
Mileage72,787 miles
Since last MOT+9,104 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+13,402 miles
PASS
Mileage50,281 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,239 miles
Since last MOT+11,434 miles
PASS
Mileage38,805 miles
Since last MOT+11,283 miles
PASS
Mileage27,522 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

RegistrationWF52 MWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WF52 MWX

What car is WF52 MWX?

WF52 MWX is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WF52 MWX?

The last recorded mileage for WF52 MWX was 123,503 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF52 MWX passed its MOT?

WF52 MWX has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2021.

Is WF52 MWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF52 MWX 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 WF52 MWX?

WF52 MWX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.