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NJ02 OSW

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 101,021 miles on the clock, averaging 5,439 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 OSW

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,021
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
5,439

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 reading101,021 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,629
Average per year5,439
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ02 OSW 69k77k85k93k101k '06'12'09

Check NJ02 OSW

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage101,021 miles
Since last MOT+3,629 miles
PASS
Mileage97,392 miles
Since last MOT+119 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,273 miles
Since last MOT+5,252 miles
PASS
Mileage92,021 miles
Since last MOT+3,272 miles
PASS
Mileage88,749 miles
Since last MOT+2,032 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,717 miles
Since last MOT+2,033 miles
PASS
Mileage84,684 miles
Since last MOT+16,025 miles
PASS
Mileage68,659 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,659 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 OSW
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 OSW

What car is NJ02 OSW?

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

What is the mileage of NJ02 OSW?

The last recorded mileage for NJ02 OSW was 101,021 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ02 OSW passed its MOT?

NJ02 OSW has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 27 Feb 2012.

Is NJ02 OSW ULEZ compliant?

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

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