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WJ52 TZC

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for WJ52 TZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,473

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading161,190 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,473
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ52 TZC 93k110k127k144k161k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage161,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,190 miles
Since last MOT+10,338 miles
PASS
Mileage150,852 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,850 miles
Since last MOT+16,496 miles
PASS
Mileage134,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,354 miles
Since last MOT+10,483 miles
PASS
Mileage123,871 miles
Since last MOT+2,905 miles
PASS
Mileage120,966 miles
Since last MOT+3,770 miles
PASS
Mileage117,196 miles
Since last MOT+7,279 miles
PASS
Mileage109,917 miles
Since last MOT+6,789 miles
PASS
Mileage103,128 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,128 miles
Since last MOT+4,924 miles
PASS
Mileage98,204 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage93,333 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

RegistrationWJ52 TZC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWJ — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WJ52 TZC

What car is WJ52 TZC?

WJ52 TZC is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

Has WJ52 TZC passed its MOT?

WJ52 TZC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2016.

Is WJ52 TZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ52 TZC 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 WJ52 TZC?

WJ52 TZC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.