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EX02 XOE

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 190,235 miles on the clock, averaging 7,413 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 EX02 XOE

MOT Status
Due date passed
190,235
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
7,413

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading190,235 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,413
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX02 XOE 82k109k136k163k190k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage190,235 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage190,235 miles
Since last MOT+13,252 miles
PASS
Mileage176,983 miles
Since last MOT+4,095 miles
PASS
Mileage172,888 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,887 miles
Since last MOT+5,552 miles
PASS
Mileage167,335 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage167,335 miles
Since last MOT+4,504 miles
PASS
Mileage162,831 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,831 miles
Since last MOT+6,020 miles
PASS
Mileage156,811 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,811 miles
Since last MOT+3,617 miles
PASS
Mileage153,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,194 miles
Since last MOT+4,056 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,138 miles
Since last MOT+8,717 miles
PASS
Mileage140,421 miles
Since last MOT+8,686 miles
PASS
Mileage131,735 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,735 miles
Since last MOT+7,666 miles
PASS
Mileage124,069 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,069 miles
Since last MOT+9,231 miles
PASS
Mileage114,838 miles
Since last MOT+11,132 miles
PASS
Mileage103,706 miles
Since last MOT+11,035 miles
PASS
Mileage92,671 miles
Since last MOT+10,234 miles
PASS
Mileage82,437 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 XOE
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 XOE

What car is EX02 XOE?

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

What is the mileage of EX02 XOE?

The last recorded mileage for EX02 XOE was 190,235 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX02 XOE passed its MOT?

EX02 XOE has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2020.

Is EX02 XOE ULEZ compliant?

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

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