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NJ02 VJP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 249,735 miles on the clock, averaging 29,387 miles per year, above 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 VJP

MOT Status
Due date passed
249,735
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
29,387

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading249,735 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year29,387
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NJ02 VJP 120k152k185k217k250k '06'10'08

Check NJ02 VJP

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage249,735 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage249,734 miles
Since last MOT+30,766 miles
PASS
Mileage218,968 miles
Since last MOT+35,835 miles
PASS
Mileage183,133 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage183,125 miles
Since last MOT+19,350 miles
PASS
Mileage163,775 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,775 miles
Since last MOT+43,984 miles
PASS
Mileage119,791 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 VJP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NJ02 VJP

What car is NJ02 VJP?

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

What is the mileage of NJ02 VJP?

The last recorded mileage for NJ02 VJP was 249,735 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ02 VJP passed its MOT?

NJ02 VJP has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2010.

Is NJ02 VJP ULEZ compliant?

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

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