Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 108,710 miles on the clock, averaging 5,424 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 VLJ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,710 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,297 |
| Average per year | 5,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VLJ |
| 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 VLJ
What car is EA02 VLJ?
EA02 VLJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EA02 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for EA02 VLJ was 108,710 miles, recorded on 10 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA02 VLJ passed its MOT?
EA02 VLJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 May 2018.
Is EA02 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 VLJ 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 VLJ?
EA02 VLJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.