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MT02 XVZ

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 101,448 miles on the clock, averaging 7,531 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 XVZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,448
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,531

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 reading101,448 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,347
Average per year7,531
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT02 XVZ 40k56k71k86k101k '06'14'10

Check MT02 XVZ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,448 miles
Since last MOT+7,347 miles
PASS
Mileage94,101 miles
Since last MOT+8,164 miles
PASS
Mileage85,937 miles
Since last MOT+7,230 miles
PASS
Mileage78,707 miles
Since last MOT+3,300 miles
PASS
Mileage75,407 miles
Since last MOT+1,739 miles
PASS
Mileage73,668 miles
Since last MOT+5,882 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,786 miles
Since last MOT+12,042 miles
PASS
Mileage55,744 miles
Since last MOT+15,496 miles
PASS
Mileage40,248 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 XVZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 XVZ

What car is MT02 XVZ?

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

What is the mileage of MT02 XVZ?

The last recorded mileage for MT02 XVZ was 101,448 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT02 XVZ passed its MOT?

MT02 XVZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Aug 2014.

Is MT02 XVZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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