Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 99,774 miles on the clock, averaging 5,332 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 AO02 AYE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,774 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,332 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | AO02 AYE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About AO02 AYE
What car is AO02 AYE?
AO02 AYE is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AO02 AYE?
The last recorded mileage for AO02 AYE was 99,774 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO02 AYE passed its MOT?
AO02 AYE has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2015.
Is AO02 AYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO02 AYE 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 AO02 AYE?
AO02 AYE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.