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MX02 NKS

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 67,076 miles on the clock, averaging 5,154 miles per year, below 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 NKS

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,076
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,154

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading67,076 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,710
Average per year5,154
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MX02 NKS 26k36k47k57k67k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,076 miles
Since last MOT+9,710 miles
PASS
Mileage57,366 miles
Since last MOT+3,011 miles
PASS
Mileage54,355 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,355 miles
Since last MOT+3,688 miles
PASS
Mileage50,667 miles
Since last MOT+4,222 miles
PASS
Mileage46,445 miles
Since last MOT+4,105 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,340 miles
Since last MOT+5,630 miles
PASS
Mileage36,710 miles
Since last MOT+4,766 miles
PASS
Mileage31,944 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,994 miles
Since last MOT+5,954 miles
PASS
Mileage26,040 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 NKS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 NKS

What car is MX02 NKS?

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

What is the mileage of MX02 NKS?

The last recorded mileage for MX02 NKS was 67,076 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX02 NKS passed its MOT?

MX02 NKS has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2014.

Is MX02 NKS ULEZ compliant?

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

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