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MJ02 VJX

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 108,488 miles on the clock, averaging 7,685 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 MJ02 VJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,488
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,685

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 reading108,488 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,685
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ02 VJX 32k51k70k89k108k '05'15'11

Check MJ02 VJX

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,488 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,488 miles
Since last MOT+9,668 miles
PASS
Mileage98,820 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,770 miles
Since last MOT+11,205 miles
PASS
Mileage87,565 miles
Since last MOT+15,141 miles
PASS
Mileage72,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,424 miles
Since last MOT+9,421 miles
PASS
Mileage63,003 miles
Since last MOT+3,424 miles
PASS
Mileage59,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,579 miles
Since last MOT+2,704 miles
PASS
Mileage56,875 miles
Since last MOT+3,481 miles
PASS
Mileage53,394 miles
Since last MOT+6,666 miles
PASS
Mileage46,728 miles
Since last MOT+6,194 miles
PASS
Mileage40,534 miles
Since last MOT+8,404 miles
PASS
Mileage32,130 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

RegistrationMJ02 VJX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MJ02 VJX

What car is MJ02 VJX?

MJ02 VJX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MJ02 VJX?

The last recorded mileage for MJ02 VJX was 108,488 miles, recorded on 14 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ02 VJX passed its MOT?

MJ02 VJX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2015.

Is MJ02 VJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ02 VJX 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 MJ02 VJX?

MJ02 VJX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.