Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 107,717 miles on the clock, averaging 5,867 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 EA02 VBM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,867 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EA02 VBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EA02 VBM
What car is EA02 VBM?
EA02 VBM is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EA02 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for EA02 VBM was 107,717 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA02 VBM passed its MOT?
EA02 VBM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2016.
Is EA02 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 VBM 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 EA02 VBM?
EA02 VBM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.