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AE02 DPU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 96,413 miles on the clock, averaging 7,149 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 AE02 DPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,413
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,149

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 reading96,413 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,149
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AE02 DPU 32k48k64k80k96k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,413 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,413 miles
Since last MOT+6,053 miles
PASS
Mileage90,360 miles
Since last MOT+8,405 miles
PASS
Mileage81,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,708 miles
PASS
Mileage75,247 miles
Since last MOT+6,003 miles
PASS
Mileage69,244 miles
Since last MOT+6,920 miles
PASS
Mileage62,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,324 miles
Since last MOT+5,143 miles
PASS
Mileage57,181 miles
Since last MOT+5,818 miles
PASS
Mileage51,363 miles
Since last MOT+12,954 miles
PASS
Mileage38,409 miles
Since last MOT+6,818 miles
PASS
Mileage31,591 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

RegistrationAE02 DPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAE — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AE02 DPU

What car is AE02 DPU?

AE02 DPU is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.

What is the mileage of AE02 DPU?

The last recorded mileage for AE02 DPU was 96,413 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AE02 DPU passed its MOT?

AE02 DPU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2015.

Is AE02 DPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE02 DPU 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 AE02 DPU?

AE02 DPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.