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FV02 EKB

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 173,976 miles on the clock, averaging 22,394 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 FV02 EKB

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,976
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
22,394

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,976 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,832
Average per year22,394
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV02 EKB 40k74k107k140k174k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,976 miles
Since last MOT+8,832 miles
PASS
Mileage165,144 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,144 miles
Since last MOT+23,798 miles
PASS
Mileage141,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,346 miles
Since last MOT+32,236 miles
PASS
Mileage109,110 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,110 miles
Since last MOT+32,480 miles
PASS
Mileage76,630 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,630 miles
Since last MOT+3,609 miles
PASS
Mileage73,021 miles
Since last MOT+32,953 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,068 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

RegistrationFV02 EKB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FV02 EKB

What car is FV02 EKB?

FV02 EKB is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FV02 EKB?

The last recorded mileage for FV02 EKB was 173,976 miles, recorded on 3 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV02 EKB passed its MOT?

FV02 EKB has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2012.

Is FV02 EKB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV02 EKB 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 FV02 EKB?

FV02 EKB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.