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SL02 TVW

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 143,002 miles on the clock, averaging 13,106 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 SL02 TVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
13,106

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 reading143,002 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22,296
Average per year13,106
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL02 TVW 22k53k83k113k143k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage143,002 miles
Since last MOT+22,296 miles
PASS
Mileage120,706 miles
Since last MOT+8,774 miles
PASS
Mileage111,932 miles
Since last MOT+5,326 miles
PASS
Mileage106,606 miles
Since last MOT+14,927 miles
PASS
Mileage91,679 miles
Since last MOT+16,193 miles
PASS
Mileage75,486 miles
Since last MOT+15,321 miles
PASS
Mileage60,165 miles
Since last MOT+15,932 miles
PASS
Mileage44,233 miles
Since last MOT+14,673 miles
PASS
Mileage29,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,560 miles
Since last MOT+7,144 miles
PASS
Mileage22,416 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

RegistrationSL02 TVW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SL02 TVW

What car is SL02 TVW?

SL02 TVW is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SL02 TVW?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 TVW was 143,002 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 TVW passed its MOT?

SL02 TVW has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 24 Jun 2015.

Is SL02 TVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL02 TVW 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 SL02 TVW?

SL02 TVW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.