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RO02 JOJ

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 114,678 miles on the clock, averaging 6,839 miles per year, 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 RO02 JOJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,678
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,839

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

Below average
Latest reading114,678 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,839
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RO02 JOJ 53k68k84k99k115k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,678 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,678 miles
Since last MOT+5,912 miles
PASS
Mileage108,766 miles
Since last MOT+5,285 miles
PASS
Mileage103,481 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,481 miles
Since last MOT+5,143 miles
PASS
Mileage98,338 miles
Since last MOT+5,740 miles
PASS
Mileage92,598 miles
Since last MOT+11,769 miles
PASS
Mileage80,829 miles
Since last MOT+7,738 miles
PASS
Mileage73,091 miles
Since last MOT+8,899 miles
PASS
Mileage64,192 miles
Since last MOT+11,214 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,978 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

RegistrationRO02 JOJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RO02 JOJ

What car is RO02 JOJ?

RO02 JOJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RO02 JOJ?

The last recorded mileage for RO02 JOJ was 114,678 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO02 JOJ passed its MOT?

RO02 JOJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2015.

Is RO02 JOJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO02 JOJ 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 RO02 JOJ?

RO02 JOJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.