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PJ02 PUH

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 143,789 miles on the clock, averaging 8,446 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 PJ02 PUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,789
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,446

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 reading143,789 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,446
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ02 PUH 56k78k100k122k144k '05'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,789 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,789 miles
Since last MOT+9,370 miles
PASS
Mileage134,419 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,419 miles
Since last MOT+8,567 miles
PASS
Mileage125,852 miles
Since last MOT+8,390 miles
PASS
Mileage117,462 miles
Since last MOT+2,865 miles
PASS
Mileage114,597 miles
Since last MOT+5,762 miles
PASS
Mileage108,835 miles
Since last MOT+19,415 miles
PASS
Mileage89,420 miles
Since last MOT+8,855 miles
PASS
Mileage80,565 miles
Since last MOT+9,519 miles
PASS
Mileage71,046 miles
Since last MOT+15,346 miles
PASS
Mileage55,700 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

RegistrationPJ02 PUH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PJ02 PUH

What car is PJ02 PUH?

PJ02 PUH is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PJ02 PUH?

The last recorded mileage for PJ02 PUH was 143,789 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ02 PUH passed its MOT?

PJ02 PUH has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2015.

Is PJ02 PUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ02 PUH 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 PJ02 PUH?

PJ02 PUH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.