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PX02 OVT

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 74,717 miles on the clock, averaging 2,310 miles per year, well 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 PX02 OVT

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,717
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
2,310

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading74,717 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,226
Average per year2,310
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX02 OVT 51k57k63k69k75k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage74,717 miles
Since last MOT+4,226 miles
PASS
Mileage70,491 miles
Since last MOT+9,321 miles
PASS
Mileage61,170 miles
Since last MOT+10,298 miles
PASS
Mileage50,872 miles
Since last MOT+8,680 miles
PASS
Mileage42,192 miles
Since last MOT+165 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,027 miles
Since last MOT+7,411 miles
PASS
Mileage34,616 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,616 miles
Since last MOT+10,438 miles
PASS
Mileage24,178 miles
Since last MOT+8,257 miles
PASS
Mileage15,921 miles
Since last MOT+6,888 miles
PASS
Mileage9,033 miles
Since last MOT+9,023 miles
PASS
Mileage10 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage51,260 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

RegistrationPX02 OVT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PX02 OVT

What car is PX02 OVT?

PX02 OVT is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.

What is the mileage of PX02 OVT?

The last recorded mileage for PX02 OVT was 74,717 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX02 OVT passed its MOT?

PX02 OVT has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 29 Nov 2016.

Is PX02 OVT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX02 OVT 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 PX02 OVT?

PX02 OVT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.