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SK02 RVU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 87,539 miles on the clock, averaging 5,350 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 SK02 RVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,539
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,350

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 reading87,539 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,959
Average per year5,350
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SK02 RVU 25k41k56k72k88k '05'17'11

Check SK02 RVU

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,539 miles
Since last MOT+8,959 miles
PASS
Mileage78,580 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,576 miles
Since last MOT+7,045 miles
PASS
Mileage71,531 miles
Since last MOT+8,181 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,350 miles
Since last MOT+7,493 miles
PASS
Mileage55,857 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,784 miles
Since last MOT+5,205 miles
PASS
Mileage50,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,579 miles
Since last MOT+6,090 miles
PASS
Mileage44,489 miles
Since last MOT+5,832 miles
PASS
Mileage38,657 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,622 miles
Since last MOT+7,189 miles
PASS
Mileage31,433 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,433 miles
Since last MOT+8,846 miles
PASS
Mileage22,587 miles
Since last MOT+10,043 miles
PASS
Mileage12,544 miles
PASS
Mileage28,128 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,128 miles
Since last MOT+2,706 miles
PASS
Mileage25,422 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

RegistrationSK02 RVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSK — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SK02 RVU

What car is SK02 RVU?

SK02 RVU is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SK02 RVU?

The last recorded mileage for SK02 RVU was 87,539 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SK02 RVU passed its MOT?

SK02 RVU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2017.

Is SK02 RVU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK02 RVU 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 SK02 RVU?

SK02 RVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.