Ford Focus Cl Td Di (2002)
2002 Ford Focus Cl Td Di
CarHunch analysed 144 real MOT records for the 2002 Ford Focus Cl Td Di. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2002 Ford Focus diesel is a serious reliability risk: only 16.5% pass the MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the diesel variant fares no better at 16.2%. With zero dangerous defects recorded across 144 vehicles, the failures aren't safety-critical, but they're persistent enough to be a real concern for any prospective buyer.
These cars are running at 170,000 miles on the median, which is genuinely high mileage for a two-decade-old vehicle—yet they're still accumulating failures at every test. If you're considering one, budget heavily for repairs and have a pre-purchase inspection from a diesel specialist, because most of these will need work soon after purchase.
What to check before buying a 2002 Ford Focus Cl Td Di
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 143 | 16.2% | 0.21 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Ford Focus Cl Td Di vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Ford Focus Cl Td Di vehicles fall between 138,268 and 193,580 miles.
MOT History Averages
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