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BX02 BAU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 132,054 miles on the clock, averaging 14,215 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 BX02 BAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,054
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
14,215

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,054 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,475
Average per year14,215
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BX02 BAU 75k89k104k118k132k '06'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,054 miles
Since last MOT+16,475 miles
PASS
Mileage115,579 miles
Since last MOT+15,998 miles
PASS
Mileage99,581 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,579 miles
Since last MOT+10,039 miles
PASS
Mileage89,540 miles
Since last MOT+14,315 miles
PASS
Mileage75,225 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

RegistrationBX02 BAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBX — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About BX02 BAU

What car is BX02 BAU?

BX02 BAU is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BX02 BAU?

The last recorded mileage for BX02 BAU was 132,054 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BX02 BAU passed its MOT?

BX02 BAU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Apr 2010.

Is BX02 BAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BX02 BAU 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 BX02 BAU?

BX02 BAU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.