Vehicle summary
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 123,193 miles on the clock, averaging 6,650 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 RTZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,193 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,285 |
| Average per year | 6,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AE02 RTZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About AE02 RTZ
What car is AE02 RTZ?
AE02 RTZ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AE02 RTZ?
The last recorded mileage for AE02 RTZ was 123,193 miles, recorded on 22 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE02 RTZ passed its MOT?
AE02 RTZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2017.
Is AE02 RTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE02 RTZ 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 RTZ?
AE02 RTZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.