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SA02 VMU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 87,445 miles on the clock, averaging 18,756 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 SA02 VMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,445
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
18,756

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 reading87,445 miles
Reading date
Miles last year66
Average per year18,756
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA02 VMU 35k48k61k74k87k '06'09'08

Check SA02 VMU

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,445 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,379 miles
Since last MOT+32,022 miles
PASS
Mileage55,357 miles
Since last MOT+12,671 miles
PASS
Mileage42,686 miles
Since last MOT+7,423 miles
PASS
Mileage35,263 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

RegistrationSA02 VMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SA02 VMU

What car is SA02 VMU?

SA02 VMU is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SA02 VMU?

The last recorded mileage for SA02 VMU was 87,445 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA02 VMU passed its MOT?

SA02 VMU has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jan 2009.

Is SA02 VMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA02 VMU 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 SA02 VMU?

SA02 VMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.