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SY02 XRJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Inverness, 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 101,058 miles on the clock, averaging 5,628 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 SY02 XRJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,058
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,628

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 reading101,058 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,628
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY02 XRJ 56k67k79k90k101k '06'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,058 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,058 miles
Since last MOT+6,320 miles
PASS
Mileage94,738 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,738 miles
Since last MOT+4,982 miles
PASS
Mileage89,756 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,754 miles
Since last MOT+8,903 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,851 miles
Since last MOT+5,652 miles
PASS
Mileage75,199 miles
Since last MOT+3,956 miles
PASS
Mileage71,243 miles
Since last MOT+3,263 miles
PASS
Mileage67,980 miles
Since last MOT+25,164 miles
PASS
Mileage42,816 miles
PASS
Mileage56,052 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

RegistrationSY02 XRJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SY02 XRJ

What car is SY02 XRJ?

SY02 XRJ is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.

What is the mileage of SY02 XRJ?

The last recorded mileage for SY02 XRJ was 101,058 miles, recorded on 16 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY02 XRJ passed its MOT?

SY02 XRJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2014.

Is SY02 XRJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY02 XRJ 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 SY02 XRJ?

SY02 XRJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.