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EF02 DUV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 154,540 miles on the clock, averaging 9,282 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 EF02 DUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,540
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,282

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,540 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,122
Average per year9,282
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF02 DUV 85k102k120k137k155k '06'13'10

Check EF02 DUV

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,540 miles
FAIL
FAIL
Mileage138,418 miles
Since last MOT+10,208 miles
PASS
Mileage128,210 miles
Since last MOT+1,194 miles
PASS
Mileage127,016 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,913 miles
Since last MOT+4,076 miles
PASS
Mileage122,837 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,829 miles
Since last MOT+10,648 miles
PASS
Mileage112,181 miles
Since last MOT+9,126 miles
PASS
Mileage103,055 miles
Since last MOT+9,825 miles
PASS
Mileage93,230 miles
Since last MOT+8,705 miles
PASS
Mileage84,525 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

RegistrationEF02 DUV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EF02 DUV

What car is EF02 DUV?

EF02 DUV is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EF02 DUV?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 DUV was 154,540 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 DUV passed its MOT?

EF02 DUV has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2013.

Is EF02 DUV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF02 DUV 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 EF02 DUV?

EF02 DUV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.