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 Diesel 1753cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 170,112 miles on the clock, averaging 6,920 miles per year, 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 CU02 EXB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 170,112 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,964 |
| Average per year | 6,920 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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.
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
| Registration | CU02 EXB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About CU02 EXB
What car is CU02 EXB?
CU02 EXB is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU02 EXB?
The last recorded mileage for CU02 EXB was 170,112 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU02 EXB passed its MOT?
CU02 EXB has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 21 Oct 2016.
Is CU02 EXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU02 EXB 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 CU02 EXB?
CU02 EXB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.