Vehicle summary
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 193,492 miles on the clock, averaging 8,799 miles per year, around 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 EU02 GAO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 193,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,799 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EU02 GAO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EU02 GAO
What car is EU02 GAO?
EU02 GAO is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EU02 GAO?
The last recorded mileage for EU02 GAO was 193,492 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU02 GAO passed its MOT?
EU02 GAO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2018.
Is EU02 GAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU02 GAO 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 EU02 GAO?
EU02 GAO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.