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KX02 DHO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Luton, 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 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 183,440 miles on the clock, averaging 7,543 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 KX02 DHO

MOT Status
Due date passed
183,440
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,543

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading183,440 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,543
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KX02 DHO 136k148k160k172k183k '06'12'10

Check KX02 DHO

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage183,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage183,440 miles
Since last MOT+16,957 miles
PASS
Mileage166,483 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,481 miles
Since last MOT+2,597 miles
PASS
Mileage163,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,884 miles
Since last MOT+4,093 miles
PASS
Mileage159,791 miles
Since last MOT+5,825 miles
PASS
Mileage153,966 miles
Since last MOT+288 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,678 miles
Since last MOT+10,504 miles
PASS
Mileage143,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,174 miles
Since last MOT+7,404 miles
PASS
Mileage135,770 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

RegistrationKX02 DHO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About KX02 DHO

What car is KX02 DHO?

KX02 DHO is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KX02 DHO?

The last recorded mileage for KX02 DHO was 183,440 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX02 DHO passed its MOT?

KX02 DHO has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2012.

Is KX02 DHO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX02 DHO 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 KX02 DHO?

KX02 DHO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.