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AP02 GDJ

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 143,009 miles on the clock, averaging 6,344 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 AP02 GDJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,344

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 reading143,009 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,344
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP02 GDJ 71k89k107k125k143k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,009 miles
Since last MOT+10,594 miles
PASS
Mileage132,415 miles
Since last MOT+239 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,176 miles
Since last MOT+12,932 miles
PASS
Mileage119,244 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,244 miles
Since last MOT+7,448 miles
PASS
Mileage111,796 miles
Since last MOT+6,703 miles
PASS
Mileage105,093 miles
Since last MOT+7,583 miles
PASS
Mileage97,510 miles
Since last MOT+7,221 miles
PASS
Mileage90,289 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,289 miles
Since last MOT+6,199 miles
PASS
Mileage84,090 miles
Since last MOT+790 miles
PASS
Mileage83,300 miles
Since last MOT+3,638 miles
PASS
Mileage79,662 miles
Since last MOT+3,270 miles
PASS
Mileage76,392 miles
Since last MOT+3,189 miles
PASS
Mileage73,203 miles
Since last MOT+2,028 miles
PASS
Mileage71,175 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

RegistrationAP02 GDJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AP02 GDJ

What car is AP02 GDJ?

AP02 GDJ is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AP02 GDJ?

The last recorded mileage for AP02 GDJ was 143,009 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP02 GDJ passed its MOT?

AP02 GDJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2017.

Is AP02 GDJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP02 GDJ 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 AP02 GDJ?

AP02 GDJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.