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SP02 UZB

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 9 (50% pass rate). It has 142,202 miles on the clock, averaging 8,519 miles per year, around 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 SP02 UZB

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,202
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,519

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading142,202 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,519
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP02 UZB 53k76k98k120k142k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,202 miles
Since last MOT+6,475 miles
PASS
Mileage135,727 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,718 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,684 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,677 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,630 miles
Since last MOT+14,142 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,488 miles
Since last MOT+10,726 miles
PASS
Mileage110,762 miles
Since last MOT+216 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,546 miles
Since last MOT+12,464 miles
PASS
Mileage98,082 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,081 miles
Since last MOT+3,075 miles
PASS
Mileage95,006 miles
Since last MOT+12,690 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,316 miles
Since last MOT+10,960 miles
PASS
Mileage71,356 miles
Since last MOT+6,196 miles
PASS
Mileage65,160 miles
Since last MOT+4,638 miles
PASS
Mileage60,522 miles
Since last MOT+7,042 miles
PASS
Mileage53,480 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

RegistrationSP02 UZB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SP02 UZB

What car is SP02 UZB?

SP02 UZB is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2002.

What is the mileage of SP02 UZB?

The last recorded mileage for SP02 UZB was 142,202 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP02 UZB passed its MOT?

SP02 UZB has had 18 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (9 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2016.

Is SP02 UZB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP02 UZB 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 SP02 UZB?

SP02 UZB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.