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EF02 OEA

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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 231,661 miles on the clock, averaging 40,877 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 OEA

MOT Status
Due date passed
231,661
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
40,877

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading231,661 miles
Reading date
Miles last year54,916
Average per year40,877
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF02 OEA 83k120k158k195k232k '06'10'08

Check EF02 OEA

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage231,661 miles
Since last MOT+54,916 miles
PASS
Mileage176,745 miles
Since last MOT+61,414 miles
PASS
Mileage115,331 miles
Since last MOT+7,317 miles
PASS
Mileage108,014 miles
Since last MOT+24,646 miles
PASS
Mileage83,368 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 OEA
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 OEA

What car is EF02 OEA?

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

What is the mileage of EF02 OEA?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 OEA was 231,661 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 OEA passed its MOT?

EF02 OEA has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2010.

Is EF02 OEA ULEZ compliant?

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

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