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PJ02 PWL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 228,492 miles on the clock, averaging 14,772 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 PJ02 PWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
228,492
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
14,772

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading228,492 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,772
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ02 PWL 58k101k143k186k228k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage228,492 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage228,492 miles
Since last MOT+8,957 miles
PASS
Mileage219,535 miles
Since last MOT+9,385 miles
PASS
Mileage210,150 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage210,142 miles
Since last MOT+5,395 miles
PASS
Mileage204,747 miles
Since last MOT+11,130 miles
PASS
Mileage193,617 miles
Since last MOT+17,516 miles
PASS
Mileage176,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage176,101 miles
Since last MOT+18,979 miles
PASS
Mileage157,122 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage157,122 miles
Since last MOT+19,896 miles
PASS
Mileage137,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,226 miles
Since last MOT+21,951 miles
PASS
Mileage115,275 miles
Since last MOT+27,586 miles
PASS
Mileage87,689 miles
Since last MOT+29,624 miles
PASS
Mileage58,065 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,065 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 PWL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PJ02 PWL

What car is PJ02 PWL?

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

What is the mileage of PJ02 PWL?

The last recorded mileage for PJ02 PWL was 228,492 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ02 PWL passed its MOT?

PJ02 PWL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2017.

Is PJ02 PWL ULEZ compliant?

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

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