Vehicle summary
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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 138,464 miles on the clock, averaging 8,836 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 FM02 VPC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,475 |
| Average per year | 8,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FM02 VPC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FM02 VPC
What car is FM02 VPC?
FM02 VPC is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 VPC?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 VPC was 138,464 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 VPC passed its MOT?
FM02 VPC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2015.
Is FM02 VPC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 VPC 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 VPC?
FM02 VPC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.