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AU02 CHL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 97,946 miles on the clock, averaging 6,322 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 AU02 CHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,946
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,322

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 reading97,946 miles
Reading date
Miles last year106
Average per year6,322
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AU02 CHL 34k50k66k82k98k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,946 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,840 miles
Since last MOT+7,636 miles
PASS
Mileage90,204 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,204 miles
Since last MOT+9,062 miles
PASS
Mileage81,142 miles
Since last MOT+4,228 miles
PASS
Mileage76,914 miles
Since last MOT+4,249 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,665 miles
Since last MOT+5,518 miles
PASS
Mileage67,147 miles
Since last MOT+4,225 miles
PASS
Mileage62,922 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,855 miles
Since last MOT+4,935 miles
PASS
Mileage57,920 miles
Since last MOT+5,132 miles
PASS
Mileage52,788 miles
Since last MOT+7,222 miles
PASS
Mileage45,566 miles
Since last MOT+11,244 miles
PASS
Mileage34,322 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 CHL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AU02 CHL

What car is AU02 CHL?

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

What is the mileage of AU02 CHL?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 CHL was 97,946 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 CHL passed its MOT?

AU02 CHL has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2016.

Is AU02 CHL ULEZ compliant?

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

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