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EA02 VFE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 120,191 miles on the clock, averaging 8,001 miles per year, around 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 VFE

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,191
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,001

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,191 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,001
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA02 VFE 51k68k86k103k120k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,191 miles
Since last MOT+2,468 miles
PASS
Mileage117,723 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,723 miles
Since last MOT+5,633 miles
PASS
Mileage112,090 miles
Since last MOT+6,303 miles
PASS
Mileage105,787 miles
Since last MOT+10,485 miles
PASS
Mileage95,302 miles
Since last MOT+10,421 miles
PASS
Mileage84,881 miles
Since last MOT+8,188 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,693 miles
Since last MOT+9,714 miles
PASS
Mileage66,979 miles
Since last MOT+15,790 miles
PASS
Mileage51,189 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

RegistrationEA02 VFE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 VFE

What car is EA02 VFE?

EA02 VFE is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EA02 VFE?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 VFE was 120,191 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 VFE passed its MOT?

EA02 VFE has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2015.

Is EA02 VFE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 VFE 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 VFE?

EA02 VFE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.