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NL02 KPJ

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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 822,408 miles on the clock, averaging 233,497 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 NL02 KPJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
822,408
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
233,497

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading822,408 miles
Reading date
Miles last year742,866
Average per year233,497
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL02 KPJ 62k252k442k632k822k '06'09'07

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage822,408 miles
Since last MOT+742,866 miles
PASS
Mileage79,542 miles
Since last MOT+8,055 miles
PASS
Mileage71,487 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,487 miles
Since last MOT+9,786 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,701 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

RegistrationNL02 KPJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About NL02 KPJ

What car is NL02 KPJ?

NL02 KPJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NL02 KPJ?

The last recorded mileage for NL02 KPJ was 822,408 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL02 KPJ passed its MOT?

NL02 KPJ has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2009.

Is NL02 KPJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL02 KPJ 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 NL02 KPJ?

NL02 KPJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.