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BV02 MLL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 93,688 miles on the clock, averaging 3,535 miles per year, well 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 BV02 MLL

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,688
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,535

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

Low mileage
Latest reading93,688 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,890
Average per year3,535
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BV02 MLL 35k49k64k79k94k '06'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,688 miles
Since last MOT+8,890 miles
PASS
Mileage84,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,798 miles
Since last MOT+13,126 miles
PASS
Mileage71,672 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,672 miles
Since last MOT+1,158 miles
PASS
Mileage70,514 miles
Since last MOT+5,686 miles
PASS
Mileage64,828 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,828 miles
Since last MOT+3,799 miles
PASS
Mileage61,029 miles
Since last MOT+1,935 miles
PASS
Mileage59,094 miles
Since last MOT+1,763 miles
PASS
Mileage57,331 miles
Since last MOT+1,347 miles
PASS
Mileage55,984 miles
Since last MOT+2,603 miles
PASS
Mileage53,381 miles
Since last MOT+2,285 miles
PASS
Mileage51,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,670 miles
PASS
Mileage47,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,426 miles
Since last MOT+7,319 miles
PASS
Mileage40,107 miles
Since last MOT+5,461 miles
PASS
Mileage34,646 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

RegistrationBV02 MLL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBV — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About BV02 MLL

What car is BV02 MLL?

BV02 MLL is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BV02 MLL?

The last recorded mileage for BV02 MLL was 93,688 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BV02 MLL passed its MOT?

BV02 MLL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2022.

Is BV02 MLL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV02 MLL 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 BV02 MLL?

BV02 MLL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.