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FX02 FRU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 163,037 miles on the clock, averaging 8,390 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 FX02 FRU

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,037
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
8,390

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading163,037 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,390
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FX02 FRU 66k91k115k139k163k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,037 miles
Since last MOT+10,341 miles
PASS
Mileage152,696 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,689 miles
Since last MOT+10,485 miles
PASS
Mileage142,204 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,204 miles
Since last MOT+10,061 miles
PASS
Mileage132,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,143 miles
Since last MOT+6,797 miles
PASS
Mileage125,346 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,296 miles
Since last MOT+7,159 miles
PASS
Mileage118,137 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,132 miles
Since last MOT+7,172 miles
PASS
Mileage110,960 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,953 miles
Since last MOT+6,248 miles
PASS
Mileage104,705 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,667 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage98,168 miles
Since last MOT+7,672 miles
PASS
Mileage90,496 miles
Since last MOT+195 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,301 miles
Since last MOT+11,939 miles
PASS
Mileage78,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,362 miles
Since last MOT+11,964 miles
PASS
Mileage66,398 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

RegistrationFX02 FRU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FX02 FRU

What car is FX02 FRU?

FX02 FRU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FX02 FRU?

The last recorded mileage for FX02 FRU was 163,037 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX02 FRU passed its MOT?

FX02 FRU has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2018.

Is FX02 FRU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX02 FRU 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 FX02 FRU?

FX02 FRU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.