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RK02 LVY

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 96,674 miles on the clock, averaging 4,121 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 RK02 LVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,674
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,121

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 reading96,674 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,907
Average per year4,121
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RK02 LVY 52k63k74k85k97k '06'17'12

Check RK02 LVY

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,674 miles
Since last MOT+2,907 miles
PASS
Mileage93,767 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,767 miles
Since last MOT+2,659 miles
PASS
Mileage91,108 miles
Since last MOT+2,614 miles
PASS
Mileage88,494 miles
Since last MOT+3,202 miles
PASS
Mileage85,292 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,267 miles
Since last MOT+4,607 miles
PASS
Mileage80,660 miles
Since last MOT+5,181 miles
PASS
Mileage75,479 miles
Since last MOT+5,015 miles
PASS
Mileage70,464 miles
Since last MOT+4,912 miles
PASS
Mileage65,552 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,522 miles
Since last MOT+3,988 miles
PASS
Mileage61,534 miles
Since last MOT+4,656 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,878 miles
Since last MOT+5,098 miles
PASS
Mileage51,780 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

RegistrationRK02 LVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RK02 LVY

What car is RK02 LVY?

RK02 LVY is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RK02 LVY?

The last recorded mileage for RK02 LVY was 96,674 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK02 LVY passed its MOT?

RK02 LVY has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2017.

Is RK02 LVY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK02 LVY 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 RK02 LVY?

RK02 LVY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.