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KJ02 ADV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 96,020 miles on the clock, averaging 3,657 miles per year, well 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 KJ02 ADV

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,020
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,657

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

Low mileage
Latest reading96,020 miles
Reading date
Miles last year412
Average per year3,657
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ02 ADV 65k72k80k88k96k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage96,020 miles
Since last MOT+412 miles
PASS
Mileage95,608 miles
Since last MOT+2,296 miles
PASS
Mileage93,312 miles
Since last MOT+8,244 miles
PASS
Mileage85,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,068 miles
PASS
Mileage125,324 miles
Since last MOT+7,465 miles
PASS
Mileage117,859 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,851 miles
Since last MOT+14,100 miles
PASS
Mileage103,751 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,746 miles
Since last MOT+22,012 miles
PASS
Mileage81,734 miles
Since last MOT+17,097 miles
PASS
Mileage64,637 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

RegistrationKJ02 ADV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About KJ02 ADV

What car is KJ02 ADV?

KJ02 ADV is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KJ02 ADV?

The last recorded mileage for KJ02 ADV was 96,020 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ02 ADV passed its MOT?

KJ02 ADV has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 24 Sep 2014.

Is KJ02 ADV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ02 ADV 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 KJ02 ADV?

KJ02 ADV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.