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EF02 OLE

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 78,566 miles on the clock, averaging 18,421 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 OLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,566
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2005
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
18,421

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 reading78,566 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,677
Average per year18,421
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF02 OLE 45k53k62k70k79k '05'07'06

Check EF02 OLE

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,566 miles
Since last MOT+13,677 miles
PASS
Mileage64,889 miles
Since last MOT+20,217 miles
PASS
Mileage44,672 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 OLE
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 OLE

What car is EF02 OLE?

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

What is the mileage of EF02 OLE?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 OLE was 78,566 miles, recorded on 3 May 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 OLE passed its MOT?

EF02 OLE has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2007.

Is EF02 OLE ULEZ compliant?

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

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