2002 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · OU02 SHV
2002 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 126,350 miles. MOT expired on 09 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (27 Mar 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,350 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OU02 SHV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/03/2024
- 126,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OU02 SHV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Ford Focus (OU02 SHV) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer”; “Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer ”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecur”.
OU02 SHV Mileage History
- 28/03/2022123,486 mi
- 05/04/2022123,502 mi+16 mi
- 03/04/2023125,409 mi+1,907 mi
- 11/04/2023125,409 mi
- 25/03/2024126,350 mi+941 mi
Average of roughly 1,437 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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