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SN02 BXU

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 4 (43% pass rate). It has 121,621 miles on the clock, averaging 9,751 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 SN02 BXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,621
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2009
43%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,751

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 reading121,621 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,856
Average per year9,751
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN02 BXU 83k92k102k112k122k '09'13'11

Check SN02 BXU

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage121,621 miles
Since last MOT+9,856 miles
PASS
Mileage111,765 miles
Since last MOT+423 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,342 miles
Since last MOT+10,285 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,057 miles
Since last MOT+10,196 miles
PASS
Mileage90,861 miles
Since last MOT+8,311 miles
PASS
Mileage82,550 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,546 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

RegistrationSN02 BXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SN02 BXU

What car is SN02 BXU?

SN02 BXU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SN02 BXU?

The last recorded mileage for SN02 BXU was 121,621 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN02 BXU passed its MOT?

SN02 BXU has had 7 MOT tests with a 43% pass rate (3 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 8 Jun 2013.

Is SN02 BXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN02 BXU 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 SN02 BXU?

SN02 BXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.