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EF02 SUA

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 168,155 miles on the clock, averaging 2,961 miles per year, well 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 EF02 SUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,155
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
2,961

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading168,155 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,961
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF02 SUA 123k134k146k157k168k '05'21'14

Check EF02 SUA

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,155 miles
Since last MOT+2,610 miles
PASS
Mileage165,545 miles
Since last MOT+2,316 miles
PASS
Mileage163,229 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,181 miles
Since last MOT+2,619 miles
PASS
Mileage160,562 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,562 miles
Since last MOT+2,909 miles
PASS
Mileage157,653 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,625 miles
Since last MOT+3,164 miles
PASS
Mileage154,461 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
PASS
Mileage153,247 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
PASS
Mileage153,200 miles
Since last MOT+4,424 miles
PASS
Mileage148,776 miles
Since last MOT+14,681 miles
PASS
Mileage134,095 miles
Since last MOT+16,127 miles
PASS
Mileage117,968 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,968 miles
Since last MOT+21,495 miles
PASS
Mileage96,473 miles
Since last MOT+19,442 miles
PASS
Mileage77,031 miles
Since last MOT+19,643 miles
PASS
Mileage57,388 miles
Since last MOT+2,996 miles
PASS
Mileage54,392 miles
PASS
Mileage123,213 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 SUA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EF02 SUA

What car is EF02 SUA?

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

What is the mileage of EF02 SUA?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 SUA was 168,155 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 SUA passed its MOT?

EF02 SUA has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2021.

Is EF02 SUA ULEZ compliant?

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

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