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MX02 GFJ

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for MX02 GFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,707

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,491 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,987
Average per year4,707
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MX02 GFJ 49k58k67k76k84k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
FAIL
PASS
PASS
Mileage84,491 miles
Since last MOT+2,987 miles
PASS
Mileage81,504 miles
Since last MOT+5,854 miles
PASS
Mileage75,650 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,600 miles
Since last MOT+3,726 miles
PASS
Mileage71,874 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,874 miles
Since last MOT+4,841 miles
PASS
Mileage67,033 miles
Since last MOT+8,940 miles
PASS
Mileage58,093 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,093 miles
Since last MOT+4,779 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,314 miles
Since last MOT+4,260 miles
PASS
Mileage49,054 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 GFJ
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 GFJ

What car is MX02 GFJ?

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

Has MX02 GFJ passed its MOT?

MX02 GFJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2015.

Is MX02 GFJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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