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MA02 OTV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 127,926 miles on the clock, averaging 9,885 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 MA02 OTV

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,926
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,885

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading127,926 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year9,885
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MA02 OTV 59k76k94k111k128k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,926 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,921 miles
Since last MOT+11,010 miles
PASS
Mileage116,911 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,911 miles
Since last MOT+6,799 miles
PASS
Mileage110,112 miles
Since last MOT+7,858 miles
PASS
Mileage102,254 miles
Since last MOT+7,954 miles
PASS
Mileage94,300 miles
Since last MOT+9,145 miles
PASS
Mileage85,155 miles
Since last MOT+12,332 miles
PASS
Mileage72,823 miles
Since last MOT+13,671 miles
PASS
Mileage59,152 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

RegistrationMA02 OTV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MA02 OTV

What car is MA02 OTV?

MA02 OTV is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MA02 OTV?

The last recorded mileage for MA02 OTV was 127,926 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA02 OTV passed its MOT?

MA02 OTV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2013.

Is MA02 OTV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA02 OTV 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 MA02 OTV?

MA02 OTV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.