Vehicle summary
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 137,504 miles on the clock, averaging 9,979 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 OU02 SVT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,839 |
| Average per year | 9,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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
| Registration | OU02 SVT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OU02 SVT
What car is OU02 SVT?
OU02 SVT is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OU02 SVT?
The last recorded mileage for OU02 SVT was 137,504 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU02 SVT passed its MOT?
OU02 SVT has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2018.
Is OU02 SVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU02 SVT 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 OU02 SVT?
OU02 SVT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.