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FM02 JAU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 115,721 miles on the clock, averaging 9,034 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 JAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,721
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,034

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,721 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,035
Average per year9,034
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FM02 JAU 68k80k92k104k116k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,721 miles
Since last MOT+7,035 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,686 miles
Since last MOT+5,040 miles
PASS
Mileage103,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,646 miles
Since last MOT+14,903 miles
PASS
Mileage88,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,743 miles
Since last MOT+8,956 miles
PASS
Mileage79,787 miles
Since last MOT+11,544 miles
PASS
Mileage68,243 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,239 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 JAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
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 JAU

What car is FM02 JAU?

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

What is the mileage of FM02 JAU?

The last recorded mileage for FM02 JAU was 115,721 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM02 JAU passed its MOT?

FM02 JAU has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2011.

Is FM02 JAU ULEZ compliant?

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

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