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BG02 OZJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 126,063 miles on the clock, averaging 11,820 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 BG02 OZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,063
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
11,820

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 reading126,063 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,811
Average per year11,820
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BG02 OZJ 43k64k85k105k126k '05'12'09

Check BG02 OZJ

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,063 miles
Since last MOT+8,811 miles
PASS
Mileage117,252 miles
Since last MOT+10,030 miles
PASS
Mileage107,222 miles
Since last MOT+12,877 miles
PASS
Mileage94,345 miles
Since last MOT+12,762 miles
PASS
Mileage81,583 miles
Since last MOT+12,510 miles
PASS
Mileage69,073 miles
Since last MOT+12,445 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,628 miles
Since last MOT+13,252 miles
PASS
Mileage43,376 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

RegistrationBG02 OZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About BG02 OZJ

What car is BG02 OZJ?

BG02 OZJ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BG02 OZJ?

The last recorded mileage for BG02 OZJ was 126,063 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG02 OZJ passed its MOT?

BG02 OZJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Nov 2012.

Is BG02 OZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG02 OZJ 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 BG02 OZJ?

BG02 OZJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.