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RF02 TWC

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 247,392 miles on the clock, averaging 19,060 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 RF02 TWC

MOT Status
Due date passed
247,392
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
19,060

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading247,392 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,081
Average per year19,060
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF02 TWC 78k121k163k205k247k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage247,392 miles
Since last MOT+15,081 miles
PASS
Mileage232,311 miles
Since last MOT+33,377 miles
PASS
Mileage198,934 miles
Since last MOT+32,245 miles
PASS
Mileage166,689 miles
Since last MOT+30,260 miles
PASS
Mileage136,429 miles
Since last MOT+26,103 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,326 miles
Since last MOT+6,393 miles
PASS
Mileage103,933 miles
Since last MOT+321 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,612 miles
Since last MOT+12,217 miles
PASS
Mileage91,395 miles
Since last MOT+9,670 miles
PASS
Mileage81,725 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage78,309 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

RegistrationRF02 TWC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RF02 TWC

What car is RF02 TWC?

RF02 TWC is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RF02 TWC?

The last recorded mileage for RF02 TWC was 247,392 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF02 TWC passed its MOT?

RF02 TWC has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2015.

Is RF02 TWC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF02 TWC 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 RF02 TWC?

RF02 TWC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.