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MX02 FXZ

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 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 162,055 miles on the clock, averaging 10,382 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 MX02 FXZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,055
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
10,382

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,055 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year10,382
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MX02 FXZ 43k73k103k132k162k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,055 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,046 miles
Since last MOT+10,657 miles
PASS
Mileage151,389 miles
Since last MOT+19,713 miles
PASS
Mileage131,676 miles
Since last MOT+321 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,355 miles
Since last MOT+9,593 miles
PASS
Mileage121,762 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,762 miles
Since last MOT+11,060 miles
PASS
Mileage110,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,702 miles
Since last MOT+12,705 miles
PASS
Mileage97,997 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,994 miles
Since last MOT+10,486 miles
PASS
Mileage87,508 miles
Since last MOT+9,282 miles
PASS
Mileage78,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,226 miles
Since last MOT+11,523 miles
PASS
Mileage66,703 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,703 miles
Since last MOT+12,177 miles
PASS
Mileage54,526 miles
Since last MOT+5,673 miles
PASS
Mileage48,853 miles
Since last MOT+5,436 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,417 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

RegistrationMX02 FXZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MX02 FXZ

What car is MX02 FXZ?

MX02 FXZ is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MX02 FXZ?

The last recorded mileage for MX02 FXZ was 162,055 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX02 FXZ passed its MOT?

MX02 FXZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2017.

Is MX02 FXZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX02 FXZ 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 MX02 FXZ?

MX02 FXZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.