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NJ02 PAO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 128,967 miles on the clock, averaging 4,491 miles per year, well 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 PAO

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,967
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,491

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading128,967 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,491
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ02 PAO 80k92k104k117k129k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,967 miles
Since last MOT+5,270 miles
PASS
Mileage123,697 miles
Since last MOT+6,414 miles
PASS
Mileage117,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,283 miles
Since last MOT+11,195 miles
PASS
Mileage106,088 miles
Since last MOT+3,244 miles
PASS
Mileage102,844 miles
Since last MOT+1,803 miles
PASS
Mileage101,041 miles
Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
Mileage99,452 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage97,934 miles
Since last MOT+2,027 miles
PASS
Mileage95,907 miles
Since last MOT+2,764 miles
PASS
Mileage93,143 miles
Since last MOT+4,886 miles
PASS
Mileage88,257 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,206 miles
Since last MOT+8,692 miles
PASS
Mileage79,514 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,514 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 PAO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NJ02 PAO

What car is NJ02 PAO?

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

What is the mileage of NJ02 PAO?

The last recorded mileage for NJ02 PAO was 128,967 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ02 PAO passed its MOT?

NJ02 PAO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2016.

Is NJ02 PAO ULEZ compliant?

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

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