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YH52 UHV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 116,774 miles on the clock, averaging 7,765 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 YH52 UHV

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,774
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,765

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading116,774 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,765
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YH52 UHV 37k57k77k97k117k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,774 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,774 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage111,036 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,939 miles
Since last MOT+7,737 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,202 miles
Since last MOT+6,028 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,174 miles
Since last MOT+5,928 miles
PASS
Mileage91,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,246 miles
Since last MOT+6,648 miles
PASS
Mileage84,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,598 miles
Since last MOT+4,615 miles
PASS
Mileage79,983 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,983 miles
Since last MOT+8,912 miles
PASS
Mileage71,071 miles
Since last MOT+12,402 miles
PASS
Mileage58,669 miles
Since last MOT+11,241 miles
PASS
Mileage47,428 miles
Since last MOT+10,158 miles
PASS
Mileage37,270 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,262 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

RegistrationYH52 UHV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YH52 UHV

What car is YH52 UHV?

YH52 UHV is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YH52 UHV?

The last recorded mileage for YH52 UHV was 116,774 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH52 UHV passed its MOT?

YH52 UHV has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2017.

Is YH52 UHV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH52 UHV 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 YH52 UHV?

YH52 UHV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.