Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
MM02 BYR

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 205,352 miles on the clock, averaging 9,108 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 MM02 BYR

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,352
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,108

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 reading205,352 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,127
Average per year9,108
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MM02 BYR 73k106k139k172k205k '06'21'15

Check MM02 BYR

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage205,352 miles
Since last MOT+8,127 miles
PASS
Mileage197,225 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage197,180 miles
Since last MOT+6,352 miles
PASS
Mileage190,828 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage190,814 miles
Since last MOT+9,245 miles
PASS
Mileage181,569 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,563 miles
Since last MOT+8,668 miles
PASS
Mileage172,895 miles
Since last MOT+12,001 miles
PASS
Mileage160,894 miles
Since last MOT+9,760 miles
PASS
Mileage151,134 miles
Since last MOT+7,419 miles
PASS
Mileage143,715 miles
Since last MOT+9,799 miles
PASS
Mileage133,916 miles
Since last MOT+10,698 miles
PASS
Mileage123,218 miles
Since last MOT+10,916 miles
PASS
Mileage112,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,302 miles
Since last MOT+8,621 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,681 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage81,636 miles
Since last MOT+8,954 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,682 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Focus often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Focus Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Focus

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM02 BYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

More MM02 B plates

Browse all MM02 B registrations from Manchester.

About MM02 BYR

What car is MM02 BYR?

MM02 BYR is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MM02 BYR?

The last recorded mileage for MM02 BYR was 205,352 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM02 BYR passed its MOT?

MM02 BYR has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 28 Jan 2021.

Is MM02 BYR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM02 BYR 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 MM02 BYR?

MM02 BYR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.