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EF02 OEO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 203,089 miles on the clock, averaging 11,993 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 OEO

MOT Status
Due date passed
203,089
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,993

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 reading203,089 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year11,993
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF02 OEO 46k86k125k164k203k '06'19'13

Check EF02 OEO

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage203,089 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage203,083 miles
Since last MOT+20,897 miles
PASS
Mileage182,186 miles
Since last MOT+9,406 miles
PASS
Mileage172,780 miles
Since last MOT+156 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,624 miles
Since last MOT+7,870 miles
PASS
Mileage164,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,754 miles
Since last MOT+8,099 miles
PASS
Mileage156,655 miles
Since last MOT+14,171 miles
PASS
Mileage142,484 miles
Since last MOT+7,448 miles
PASS
Mileage135,036 miles
Since last MOT+9,871 miles
PASS
Mileage125,165 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,105 miles
Since last MOT+10,133 miles
PASS
Mileage114,972 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,968 miles
Since last MOT+11,611 miles
PASS
Mileage103,357 miles
Since last MOT+11,277 miles
PASS
Mileage92,080 miles
Since last MOT+13,320 miles
PASS
Mileage78,760 miles
Since last MOT+13,430 miles
PASS
Mileage65,330 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage46,442 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 OEO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EF02 OEO

What car is EF02 OEO?

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

What is the mileage of EF02 OEO?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 OEO was 203,089 miles, recorded on 17 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 OEO passed its MOT?

EF02 OEO has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2019.

Is EF02 OEO ULEZ compliant?

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

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