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WJ52 VJA

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 143,668 miles on the clock, averaging 8,823 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 WJ52 VJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,668
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,823

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,668 miles
Reading date
Miles last year206
Average per year8,823
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ52 VJA 34k62k89k116k144k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,668 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,462 miles
Since last MOT+1,823 miles
PASS
Mileage141,639 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,609 miles
Since last MOT+354 miles
PASS
Mileage141,255 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage137,628 miles
Since last MOT+5,513 miles
PASS
Mileage132,115 miles
Since last MOT+14,210 miles
PASS
Mileage117,905 miles
Since last MOT+21,801 miles
PASS
Mileage96,104 miles
Since last MOT+24,070 miles
PASS
Mileage72,034 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,025 miles
Since last MOT+22,235 miles
PASS
Mileage49,790 miles
Since last MOT+23,095 miles
PASS
Mileage26,695 miles
Since last MOT+24,746 miles
PASS
Mileage1,949 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage1,947 miles
PASS
Mileage55,548 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,547 miles
Since last MOT+11,361 miles
PASS
Mileage44,186 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,184 miles
Since last MOT+9,799 miles
PASS
Mileage34,385 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 VJA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 VJA

What car is WJ52 VJA?

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

What is the mileage of WJ52 VJA?

The last recorded mileage for WJ52 VJA was 143,668 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ52 VJA passed its MOT?

WJ52 VJA has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2018.

Is WJ52 VJA ULEZ compliant?

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

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