Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 127,855 miles on the clock, averaging 7,677 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BU02 HCE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,752 |
| Average per year | 7,677 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU02 HCE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BU02 HCE
What car is BU02 HCE?
BU02 HCE is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU02 HCE?
The last recorded mileage for BU02 HCE was 127,855 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU02 HCE passed its MOT?
BU02 HCE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2016.
Is BU02 HCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU02 HCE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU02 HCE?
BU02 HCE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.