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NK02 EXH

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 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 174,960 miles on the clock, averaging 10,045 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 NK02 EXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
174,960
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
50%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,045

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading174,960 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,517
Average per year10,045
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NK02 EXH 58k87k116k146k175k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage174,960 miles
Since last MOT+6,517 miles
PASS
Mileage168,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,443 miles
Since last MOT+12,028 miles
PASS
Mileage156,415 miles
Since last MOT+12,883 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,532 miles
Since last MOT+7,578 miles
PASS
Mileage135,954 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,923 miles
Since last MOT+8,539 miles
PASS
Mileage127,384 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,303 miles
Since last MOT+8,600 miles
PASS
Mileage118,703 miles
Since last MOT+9,864 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,839 miles
Since last MOT+10,017 miles
PASS
Mileage98,822 miles
Since last MOT+9,338 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,484 miles
Since last MOT+11,847 miles
PASS
Mileage77,637 miles
Since last MOT+9,842 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,795 miles
Since last MOT+10,038 miles
PASS
Mileage57,757 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

RegistrationNK02 EXH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNK — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NK02 EXH

What car is NK02 EXH?

NK02 EXH is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NK02 EXH?

The last recorded mileage for NK02 EXH was 174,960 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NK02 EXH passed its MOT?

NK02 EXH has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 22 Aug 2017.

Is NK02 EXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK02 EXH 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 NK02 EXH?

NK02 EXH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.