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MH02 DCU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 39,746 miles on the clock, averaging 2,248 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 MH02 DCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
39,746
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
2,248

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 reading39,746 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,253
Average per year2,248
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MH02 DCU 19k25k30k35k40k '06'15'10

Check MH02 DCU

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage39,746 miles
Since last MOT+2,253 miles
PASS
Mileage37,493 miles
Since last MOT+1,562 miles
PASS
Mileage35,931 miles
Since last MOT+1,951 miles
PASS
Mileage33,980 miles
Since last MOT+1,855 miles
PASS
Mileage32,125 miles
Since last MOT+1,795 miles
PASS
Mileage30,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,330 miles
Since last MOT+1,217 miles
PASS
Mileage29,113 miles
Since last MOT+3,144 miles
PASS
Mileage25,969 miles
Since last MOT+3,261 miles
PASS
Mileage22,708 miles
Since last MOT+3,288 miles
PASS
Mileage19,420 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

RegistrationMH02 DCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MH02 DCU

What car is MH02 DCU?

MH02 DCU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MH02 DCU?

The last recorded mileage for MH02 DCU was 39,746 miles, recorded on 11 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MH02 DCU passed its MOT?

MH02 DCU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 May 2015.

Is MH02 DCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MH02 DCU 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 MH02 DCU?

MH02 DCU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.