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FM02 RNU

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 139,578 miles on the clock, averaging 7,190 miles per year, below 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 RNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,578
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,190

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading139,578 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,190
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM02 RNU 87k100k113k126k140k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,578 miles
Since last MOT+8,733 miles
PASS
Mileage130,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,138 miles
PASS
Mileage123,707 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,707 miles
Since last MOT+8,727 miles
PASS
Mileage114,980 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,979 miles
Since last MOT+6,769 miles
PASS
Mileage108,210 miles
Since last MOT+1,231 miles
PASS
Mileage106,979 miles
Since last MOT+9,998 miles
PASS
Mileage96,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,981 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage86,838 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 RNU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 RNU

What car is FM02 RNU?

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

What is the mileage of FM02 RNU?

The last recorded mileage for FM02 RNU was 139,578 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM02 RNU passed its MOT?

FM02 RNU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2013.

Is FM02 RNU ULEZ compliant?

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

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