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AU02 BXW

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Norwich, 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 139,431 miles on the clock, averaging 12,976 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 AU02 BXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,431
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
12,976

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,431 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,704
Average per year12,976
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AU02 BXW 46k69k93k116k139k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,431 miles
Since last MOT+4,704 miles
PASS
Mileage134,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,727 miles
Since last MOT+10,974 miles
PASS
Mileage123,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,753 miles
Since last MOT+12,859 miles
PASS
Mileage110,894 miles
Since last MOT+8,859 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,035 miles
Since last MOT+15,688 miles
PASS
Mileage86,347 miles
Since last MOT+19,188 miles
PASS
Mileage67,159 miles
Since last MOT+21,508 miles
PASS
Mileage45,651 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

RegistrationAU02 BXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AU02 BXW

What car is AU02 BXW?

AU02 BXW is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AU02 BXW?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 BXW was 139,431 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 BXW passed its MOT?

AU02 BXW has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2013.

Is AU02 BXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AU02 BXW 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 AU02 BXW?

AU02 BXW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.