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MX02 XPJ

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 136,241 miles on the clock, averaging 7,332 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 XPJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,241
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,332

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading136,241 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,127
Average per year7,332
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MX02 XPJ 47k70k92k114k136k '06'18'13

Check MX02 XPJ

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,241 miles
Since last MOT+6,127 miles
PASS
Mileage130,114 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,033 miles
Since last MOT+8,754 miles
PASS
Mileage121,279 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,279 miles
Since last MOT+9,735 miles
PASS
Mileage111,544 miles
Since last MOT+4,127 miles
PASS
Mileage107,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,444 miles
PASS
Mileage102,973 miles
Since last MOT+4,584 miles
PASS
Mileage98,389 miles
Since last MOT+6,207 miles
PASS
Mileage92,182 miles
Since last MOT+6,798 miles
PASS
Mileage85,384 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,375 miles
Since last MOT+6,701 miles
PASS
Mileage78,674 miles
Since last MOT+7,650 miles
PASS
Mileage71,024 miles
Since last MOT+11,265 miles
PASS
Mileage59,759 miles
Since last MOT+12,383 miles
PASS
Mileage47,376 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 XPJ
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 XPJ

What car is MX02 XPJ?

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

What is the mileage of MX02 XPJ?

The last recorded mileage for MX02 XPJ was 136,241 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX02 XPJ passed its MOT?

MX02 XPJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2018.

Is MX02 XPJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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