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BW02 DHZ

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 142,267 miles on the clock, averaging 14,216 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 BW02 DHZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,267
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
14,216

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading142,267 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,112
Average per year14,216
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BW02 DHZ 48k72k95k119k142k '05'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,267 miles
Since last MOT+18,112 miles
PASS
Mileage124,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,155 miles
Since last MOT+1,854 miles
PASS
Mileage122,301 miles
Since last MOT+7,719 miles
PASS
Mileage114,582 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,581 miles
Since last MOT+31,790 miles
PASS
Mileage82,791 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,791 miles
Since last MOT+34,796 miles
PASS
Mileage47,995 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

RegistrationBW02 DHZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBW — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About BW02 DHZ

What car is BW02 DHZ?

BW02 DHZ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BW02 DHZ?

The last recorded mileage for BW02 DHZ was 142,267 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BW02 DHZ passed its MOT?

BW02 DHZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2012.

Is BW02 DHZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW02 DHZ 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 BW02 DHZ?

BW02 DHZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.