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AU02 VDO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 80,498 miles on the clock, averaging 5,433 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 VDO

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,498
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
5,433

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,498 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,054
Average per year5,433
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AU02 VDO 40k50k60k70k80k '06'14'10

Check AU02 VDO

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,498 miles
Since last MOT+14,054 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,179 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,011 miles
PASS
Mileage59,254 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage55,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,877 miles
PASS
Mileage49,252 miles
Since last MOT+9,155 miles
PASS
Mileage40,097 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 VDO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AU02 VDO

What car is AU02 VDO?

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

What is the mileage of AU02 VDO?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 VDO was 80,498 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 VDO passed its MOT?

AU02 VDO has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2014.

Is AU02 VDO ULEZ compliant?

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

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