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BP02 UCT

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 100,333 miles on the clock, averaging 8,336 miles per year, around 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 BP02 UCT

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,333
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
8,336

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading100,333 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,336
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BP02 UCT 83k88k92k96k100k '06'08'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,333 miles
Since last MOT+8,847 miles
PASS
Mileage91,486 miles
Since last MOT+8,180 miles
PASS
Mileage83,306 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

RegistrationBP02 UCT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About BP02 UCT

What car is BP02 UCT?

BP02 UCT is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BP02 UCT?

The last recorded mileage for BP02 UCT was 100,333 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP02 UCT passed its MOT?

BP02 UCT has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Sep 2008.

Is BP02 UCT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP02 UCT 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 BP02 UCT?

BP02 UCT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.