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EY02 XAO

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 147,866 miles on the clock, averaging 7,888 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 EY02 XAO

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,866
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,888

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading147,866 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,910
Average per year7,888
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EY02 XAO 40k67k94k121k148k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage147,866 miles
Since last MOT+2,910 miles
PASS
Mileage144,956 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,955 miles
Since last MOT+7,777 miles
PASS
Mileage137,178 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,171 miles
Since last MOT+2,606 miles
PASS
Mileage134,565 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,565 miles
Since last MOT+4,500 miles
PASS
Mileage130,065 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,063 miles
Since last MOT+8,037 miles
PASS
Mileage122,026 miles
Since last MOT+13,086 miles
PASS
Mileage108,940 miles
Since last MOT+17,649 miles
PASS
Mileage91,291 miles
Since last MOT+14,740 miles
PASS
Mileage76,551 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,548 miles
Since last MOT+2,883 miles
PASS
Mileage73,665 miles
Since last MOT+11,430 miles
PASS
Mileage62,235 miles
Since last MOT+12,388 miles
PASS
Mileage49,847 miles
Since last MOT+9,369 miles
PASS
Mileage40,478 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

RegistrationEY02 XAO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EY02 XAO

What car is EY02 XAO?

EY02 XAO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EY02 XAO?

The last recorded mileage for EY02 XAO was 147,866 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY02 XAO passed its MOT?

EY02 XAO has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 31 Oct 2019.

Is EY02 XAO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY02 XAO 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 EY02 XAO?

EY02 XAO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.