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AJ51 LZL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 every one. It has 165,962 miles on the clock, averaging 10,873 miles per year, above 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 AJ51 LZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,962
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,873

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading165,962 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,988
Average per year10,873
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ51 LZL 42k73k104k135k166k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,962 miles
Since last MOT+7,988 miles
PASS
Mileage157,974 miles
Since last MOT+11,375 miles
PASS
Mileage146,599 miles
Since last MOT+9,624 miles
PASS
Mileage136,975 miles
Since last MOT+10,194 miles
PASS
Mileage126,781 miles
Since last MOT+9,455 miles
PASS
Mileage117,326 miles
Since last MOT+8,741 miles
PASS
Mileage108,585 miles
Since last MOT+8,619 miles
PASS
Mileage99,966 miles
Since last MOT+15,235 miles
PASS
Mileage84,731 miles
Since last MOT+16,237 miles
PASS
Mileage68,494 miles
Since last MOT+14,138 miles
PASS
Mileage54,356 miles
Since last MOT+12,148 miles
PASS
Mileage42,208 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

RegistrationAJ51 LZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 LZL

What car is AJ51 LZL?

AJ51 LZL is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.

What is the mileage of AJ51 LZL?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 LZL was 165,962 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 LZL passed its MOT?

AJ51 LZL has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2017.

Is AJ51 LZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 LZL 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 AJ51 LZL?

AJ51 LZL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.