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AO02 WHT

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 169,389 miles on the clock, averaging 12,079 miles per year, above 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 WHT

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,079

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year12,079
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AO02 WHT 84k105k127k148k169k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,389 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,381 miles
Since last MOT+11,786 miles
PASS
Mileage157,595 miles
Since last MOT+12,277 miles
PASS
Mileage145,318 miles
Since last MOT+11,166 miles
PASS
Mileage134,152 miles
Since last MOT+10,382 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,770 miles
Since last MOT+12,123 miles
PASS
Mileage111,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,647 miles
Since last MOT+11,473 miles
PASS
Mileage100,174 miles
Since last MOT+16,177 miles
PASS
Mileage83,997 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

RegistrationAO02 WHT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AO02 WHT

What car is AO02 WHT?

AO02 WHT is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AO02 WHT?

The last recorded mileage for AO02 WHT was 169,389 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO02 WHT passed its MOT?

AO02 WHT has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2013.

Is AO02 WHT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO02 WHT 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 WHT?

AO02 WHT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.