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FM02 BNX

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 173,239 miles on the clock, averaging 9,906 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 FM02 BNX

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,239
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,906

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,239 miles
Reading date
Miles last year26
Average per year9,906
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM02 BNX 97k116k135k154k173k '05'13'09

Check FM02 BNX

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,239 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,213 miles
Since last MOT+5,699 miles
PASS
Mileage167,514 miles
Since last MOT+8,049 miles
PASS
Mileage159,465 miles
Since last MOT+15,685 miles
PASS
Mileage143,780 miles
Since last MOT+11,677 miles
PASS
Mileage132,103 miles
Since last MOT+5,574 miles
PASS
Mileage126,529 miles
Since last MOT+11,574 miles
PASS
Mileage114,955 miles
Since last MOT+18,114 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,841 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

RegistrationFM02 BNX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FM02 BNX

What car is FM02 BNX?

FM02 BNX is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FM02 BNX?

The last recorded mileage for FM02 BNX was 173,239 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM02 BNX passed its MOT?

FM02 BNX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2013.

Is FM02 BNX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 BNX 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 FM02 BNX?

FM02 BNX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.