Vehicle summary
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 138,493 miles on the clock, averaging 9,723 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 ML02 XUK
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,493 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,723 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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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
| Registration | ML02 XUK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About ML02 XUK
What car is ML02 XUK?
ML02 XUK is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML02 XUK?
The last recorded mileage for ML02 XUK was 138,493 miles, recorded on 7 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML02 XUK passed its MOT?
ML02 XUK has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2011.
Is ML02 XUK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML02 XUK 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 ML02 XUK?
ML02 XUK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.