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NJ02 JFV

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 125,174 miles on the clock, averaging 5,875 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 NJ02 JFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,174
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,875

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 reading125,174 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,240
Average per year5,875
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NJ02 JFV 48k67k87k106k125k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage125,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,240 miles
PASS
Mileage121,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,934 miles
Since last MOT+3,702 miles
PASS
Mileage118,232 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,231 miles
Since last MOT+5,058 miles
PASS
Mileage113,173 miles
Since last MOT+7,092 miles
PASS
Mileage106,081 miles
Since last MOT+5,820 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,261 miles
Since last MOT+5,704 miles
PASS
Mileage94,557 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,557 miles
Since last MOT+5,311 miles
PASS
Mileage89,246 miles
Since last MOT+4,924 miles
PASS
Mileage84,322 miles
Since last MOT+4,570 miles
PASS
Mileage79,752 miles
Since last MOT+7,916 miles
PASS
Mileage71,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,836 miles
Since last MOT+9,087 miles
PASS
Mileage62,749 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,729 miles
Since last MOT+8,402 miles
PASS
Mileage54,327 miles
Since last MOT+6,318 miles
PASS
Mileage48,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,009 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

RegistrationNJ02 JFV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NJ02 JFV

What car is NJ02 JFV?

NJ02 JFV is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NJ02 JFV?

The last recorded mileage for NJ02 JFV was 125,174 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ02 JFV passed its MOT?

NJ02 JFV has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 26 Apr 2019.

Is NJ02 JFV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ02 JFV 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 NJ02 JFV?

NJ02 JFV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.