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EX02 MFN

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 10 (47% pass rate). It has 140,043 miles on the clock, averaging 1,556 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 EX02 MFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,043
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
47%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,556

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading140,043 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,612
Average per year1,556
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX02 MFN 126k129k133k137k140k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage140,043 miles
Since last MOT+9,612 miles
PASS
Mileage130,431 miles
Since last MOT+497 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,934 miles
Since last MOT+9,616 miles
PASS
Mileage120,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,318 miles
Since last MOT+12,705 miles
PASS
Mileage107,613 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,603 miles
Since last MOT+10,709 miles
PASS
Mileage96,894 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,894 miles
Since last MOT+6,895 miles
PASS
Mileage89,999 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage82,517 miles
Since last MOT+5,119 miles
PASS
Mileage77,398 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,393 miles
Since last MOT+23,700 miles
PASS
Mileage53,693 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,683 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,682 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,667 miles
Since last MOT+412 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,255 miles
PASS
Mileage125,924 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

RegistrationEX02 MFN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EX02 MFN

What car is EX02 MFN?

EX02 MFN is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EX02 MFN?

The last recorded mileage for EX02 MFN was 140,043 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX02 MFN passed its MOT?

EX02 MFN has had 19 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (9 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 17 Apr 2015.

Is EX02 MFN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX02 MFN 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 EX02 MFN?

EX02 MFN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.