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PE02 DXU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 104,691 miles on the clock, averaging 7,563 miles per year, around 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 PE02 DXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,691
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,563

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading104,691 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,563
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PE02 DXU 30k49k68k86k105k '06'16'12

Check PE02 DXU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,691 miles
Since last MOT+2,935 miles
PASS
Mileage101,756 miles
Since last MOT+8,019 miles
PASS
Mileage93,737 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,712 miles
Since last MOT+7,426 miles
PASS
Mileage86,286 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,237 miles
Since last MOT+7,240 miles
PASS
Mileage78,997 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,974 miles
Since last MOT+8,482 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,492 miles
Since last MOT+8,244 miles
PASS
Mileage62,248 miles
Since last MOT+8,331 miles
PASS
Mileage53,917 miles
Since last MOT+8,131 miles
PASS
Mileage45,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,615 miles
PASS
Mileage38,171 miles
Since last MOT+7,777 miles
PASS
Mileage30,394 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

RegistrationPE02 DXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PE02 DXU

What car is PE02 DXU?

PE02 DXU is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PE02 DXU?

The last recorded mileage for PE02 DXU was 104,691 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE02 DXU passed its MOT?

PE02 DXU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2016.

Is PE02 DXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE02 DXU 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 PE02 DXU?

PE02 DXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.