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MT02 SUL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 138,545 miles on the clock, averaging 7,737 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 MT02 SUL

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,545
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,737

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading138,545 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,737
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT02 SUL 44k67k91k115k139k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,545 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,545 miles
Since last MOT+5,270 miles
PASS
Mileage133,275 miles
Since last MOT+8,392 miles
PASS
Mileage124,883 miles
Since last MOT+11,967 miles
PASS
Mileage112,916 miles
Since last MOT+11,806 miles
PASS
Mileage101,110 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,110 miles
Since last MOT+10,887 miles
PASS
Mileage90,223 miles
Since last MOT+6,376 miles
PASS
Mileage83,847 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,330 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,517 miles
Since last MOT+4,954 miles
PASS
Mileage75,563 miles
Since last MOT+4,401 miles
PASS
Mileage71,162 miles
Since last MOT+4,990 miles
PASS
Mileage66,172 miles
Since last MOT+6,055 miles
PASS
Mileage60,117 miles
Since last MOT+16,577 miles
PASS
Mileage43,540 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

RegistrationMT02 SUL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MT02 SUL

What car is MT02 SUL?

MT02 SUL is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MT02 SUL?

The last recorded mileage for MT02 SUL was 138,545 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT02 SUL passed its MOT?

MT02 SUL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2018.

Is MT02 SUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT02 SUL 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 MT02 SUL?

MT02 SUL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.