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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 158,494 miles on the clock, averaging 6,818 miles per year, 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 OW02 BYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,395 |
| Average per year | 6,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | OW02 BYY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OW02 BYY
What car is OW02 BYY?
OW02 BYY is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OW02 BYY?
The last recorded mileage for OW02 BYY was 158,494 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW02 BYY passed its MOT?
OW02 BYY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2016.
Is OW02 BYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW02 BYY 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 OW02 BYY?
OW02 BYY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.