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MW02 OWU

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 191,522 miles on the clock, averaging 10,483 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 MW02 OWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
191,522
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,483

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 reading191,522 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,483
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MW02 OWU 59k92k125k158k192k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage191,522 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,520 miles
Since last MOT+5,433 miles
PASS
Mileage186,087 miles
Since last MOT+6,903 miles
PASS
Mileage179,184 miles
Since last MOT+116 miles
FAIL
Mileage179,068 miles
Since last MOT+5,467 miles
PASS
Mileage173,601 miles
Since last MOT+5,536 miles
PASS
Mileage168,065 miles
Since last MOT+4,785 miles
PASS
Mileage163,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,280 miles
Since last MOT+14,017 miles
PASS
Mileage149,263 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,263 miles
Since last MOT+10,703 miles
PASS
Mileage138,560 miles
Since last MOT+3,724 miles
PASS
Mileage134,836 miles
Since last MOT+28,929 miles
PASS
Mileage105,907 miles
Since last MOT+11,700 miles
PASS
Mileage94,207 miles
Since last MOT+8,840 miles
PASS
Mileage85,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,476 miles
PASS
Mileage78,891 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,891 miles
Since last MOT+20,341 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,550 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

RegistrationMW02 OWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MW02 OWU

What car is MW02 OWU?

MW02 OWU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MW02 OWU?

The last recorded mileage for MW02 OWU was 191,522 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW02 OWU passed its MOT?

MW02 OWU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2018.

Is MW02 OWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 OWU 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 MW02 OWU?

MW02 OWU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.