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MK02 SAX

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 145,560 miles on the clock, averaging 12,604 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 MK02 SAX

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,560
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
12,604

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading145,560 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,129
Average per year12,604
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK02 SAX 69k88k107k126k146k '06'12'09

Check MK02 SAX

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,560 miles
Since last MOT+14,129 miles
PASS
Mileage131,431 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage126,515 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,509 miles
Since last MOT+12,958 miles
PASS
Mileage113,551 miles
Since last MOT+14,026 miles
PASS
Mileage99,525 miles
Since last MOT+14,382 miles
PASS
Mileage85,143 miles
Since last MOT+16,194 miles
PASS
Mileage68,949 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,946 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

RegistrationMK02 SAX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MK02 SAX

What car is MK02 SAX?

MK02 SAX is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MK02 SAX?

The last recorded mileage for MK02 SAX was 145,560 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK02 SAX passed its MOT?

MK02 SAX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2012.

Is MK02 SAX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK02 SAX 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 MK02 SAX?

MK02 SAX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.