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YP02 YVJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 204,465 miles on the clock, averaging 8,022 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 YP02 YVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
204,465
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
8,022

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading204,465 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,476
Average per year8,022
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP02 YVJ 101k127k153k179k204k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage204,465 miles
Since last MOT+4,476 miles
PASS
Mileage199,989 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage199,982 miles
Since last MOT+6,040 miles
PASS
Mileage193,942 miles
Since last MOT+6,821 miles
PASS
Mileage187,121 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,118 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,032 miles
Since last MOT+4,436 miles
PASS
Mileage182,596 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage182,529 miles
Since last MOT+3,455 miles
PASS
Mileage179,074 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,074 miles
Since last MOT+6,973 miles
PASS
Mileage172,101 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,094 miles
Since last MOT+9,497 miles
PASS
Mileage162,597 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,580 miles
Since last MOT+13,091 miles
PASS
Mileage149,489 miles
Since last MOT+12,106 miles
PASS
Mileage137,383 miles
Since last MOT+11,125 miles
PASS
Mileage126,258 miles
Since last MOT+10,030 miles
PASS
Mileage116,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,228 miles
Since last MOT+14,940 miles
PASS
Mileage101,288 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

RegistrationYP02 YVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YP02 YVJ

What car is YP02 YVJ?

YP02 YVJ is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.

What is the mileage of YP02 YVJ?

The last recorded mileage for YP02 YVJ was 204,465 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP02 YVJ passed its MOT?

YP02 YVJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 20 Feb 2019.

Is YP02 YVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 YVJ 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 YP02 YVJ?

YP02 YVJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.