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FL02 CAO

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 233,218 miles on the clock, averaging 10,919 miles per year, above 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 FL02 CAO

MOT Status
Due date passed
233,218
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,919

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading233,218 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,178
Average per year10,919
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL02 CAO 91k126k162k198k233k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage233,218 miles
Since last MOT+8,178 miles
PASS
Mileage225,040 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage225,031 miles
Since last MOT+7,899 miles
PASS
Mileage217,132 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage217,132 miles
Since last MOT+8,219 miles
PASS
Mileage208,913 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage208,850 miles
Since last MOT+25,508 miles
PASS
Mileage183,342 miles
Since last MOT+9,962 miles
PASS
Mileage173,380 miles
Since last MOT+16,022 miles
PASS
Mileage157,358 miles
Since last MOT+21,968 miles
PASS
Mileage135,390 miles
Since last MOT+11,489 miles
PASS
Mileage123,901 miles
Since last MOT+629 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,272 miles
Since last MOT+6,315 miles
PASS
Mileage116,957 miles
Since last MOT+7,135 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,822 miles
Since last MOT+7,726 miles
PASS
Mileage102,096 miles
Since last MOT+5,396 miles
PASS
Mileage96,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,964 miles
PASS
Mileage90,736 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

RegistrationFL02 CAO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FL02 CAO

What car is FL02 CAO?

FL02 CAO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FL02 CAO?

The last recorded mileage for FL02 CAO was 233,218 miles, recorded on 28 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL02 CAO passed its MOT?

FL02 CAO has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2019.

Is FL02 CAO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL02 CAO 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 FL02 CAO?

FL02 CAO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.