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MA02 UAT

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 122,280 miles on the clock, averaging 11,590 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 UAT

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,280
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
11,590

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 reading122,280 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,590
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA02 UAT 39k60k81k102k122k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,280 miles
Since last MOT+26,440 miles
PASS
Mileage95,840 miles
Since last MOT+20,562 miles
PASS
Mileage75,278 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,278 miles
Since last MOT+8,904 miles
PASS
Mileage66,374 miles
Since last MOT+5,633 miles
PASS
Mileage60,741 miles
Since last MOT+6,610 miles
PASS
Mileage54,131 miles
Since last MOT+6,776 miles
PASS
Mileage47,355 miles
Since last MOT+8,096 miles
PASS
Mileage39,259 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 UAT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 UAT

What car is MA02 UAT?

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

What is the mileage of MA02 UAT?

The last recorded mileage for MA02 UAT was 122,280 miles, recorded on 28 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA02 UAT passed its MOT?

MA02 UAT has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2013.

Is MA02 UAT ULEZ compliant?

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

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