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FG02 CTE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 96,324 miles on the clock, averaging 7,934 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 FG02 CTE

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,324
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,934

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading96,324 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,394
Average per year7,934
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG02 CTE 31k48k64k80k96k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,324 miles
Since last MOT+4,394 miles
PASS
Mileage91,930 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,920 miles
Since last MOT+10,014 miles
PASS
Mileage81,906 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,800 miles
Since last MOT+14,539 miles
PASS
Mileage67,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,261 miles
Since last MOT+7,416 miles
PASS
Mileage59,845 miles
Since last MOT+178 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,667 miles
Since last MOT+7,333 miles
PASS
Mileage52,334 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage38,699 miles
Since last MOT+7,299 miles
PASS
Mileage31,400 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

RegistrationFG02 CTE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FG02 CTE

What car is FG02 CTE?

FG02 CTE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FG02 CTE?

The last recorded mileage for FG02 CTE was 96,324 miles, recorded on 21 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG02 CTE passed its MOT?

FG02 CTE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2014.

Is FG02 CTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG02 CTE 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 FG02 CTE?

FG02 CTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.