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HF02 RVJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 193,680 miles on the clock, averaging 14,047 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 HF02 RVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,680
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
14,047

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 reading193,680 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year14,047
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HF02 RVJ 43k81k118k156k194k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,680 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage193,678 miles
Since last MOT+106,337 miles
PASS
Mileage87,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,341 miles
Since last MOT+6,933 miles
PASS
Mileage80,408 miles
Since last MOT+7,937 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,471 miles
Since last MOT+8,271 miles
PASS
Mileage64,200 miles
Since last MOT+9,358 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,842 miles
Since last MOT+1,378 miles
PASS
Mileage53,464 miles
Since last MOT+1,770 miles
PASS
Mileage51,694 miles
Since last MOT+1,793 miles
PASS
Mileage49,901 miles
Since last MOT+2,525 miles
PASS
Mileage47,376 miles
Since last MOT+2,139 miles
PASS
Mileage45,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,237 miles
Since last MOT+2,124 miles
PASS
Mileage43,113 miles
PASS

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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

RegistrationHF02 RVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeHF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About HF02 RVJ

What car is HF02 RVJ?

HF02 RVJ is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.

What is the mileage of HF02 RVJ?

The last recorded mileage for HF02 RVJ was 193,680 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HF02 RVJ passed its MOT?

HF02 RVJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2017.

Is HF02 RVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF02 RVJ 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 HF02 RVJ?

HF02 RVJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.