Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
RN02 UJL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 145,454 miles on the clock, averaging 9,603 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 RN02 UJL

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,454
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,603

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 reading145,454 miles
Reading date
Miles last year112
Average per year9,603
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RN02 UJL 29k58k87k116k145k '05'17'12

Check RN02 UJL

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,454 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,342 miles
Since last MOT+10,902 miles
PASS
Mileage134,440 miles
Since last MOT+465 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,975 miles
Since last MOT+6,955 miles
PASS
Mileage127,020 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,004 miles
Since last MOT+115,204 miles
PASS
Mileage11,800 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,999 miles
Since last MOT+14,835 miles
PASS
Mileage103,164 miles
Since last MOT+7,915 miles
PASS
Mileage95,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,249 miles
Since last MOT+13,489 miles
PASS
Mileage81,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,760 miles
Since last MOT+15,537 miles
PASS
Mileage66,223 miles
Since last MOT+7,141 miles
PASS
Mileage59,082 miles
Since last MOT+16,289 miles
PASS
Mileage42,793 miles
Since last MOT+1,609 miles
PASS
Mileage41,184 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
PASS
Mileage36,244 miles
Since last MOT+7,306 miles
PASS
Mileage28,938 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Focus often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Focus Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Focus

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 UJL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

More RN02 U plates

Browse all RN02 U registrations from Reading.

About RN02 UJL

What car is RN02 UJL?

RN02 UJL is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RN02 UJL?

The last recorded mileage for RN02 UJL was 145,454 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN02 UJL passed its MOT?

RN02 UJL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2017.

Is RN02 UJL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN02 UJL 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 RN02 UJL?

RN02 UJL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.