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AJ51 NVU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 77,584 miles on the clock, averaging 2,969 miles per year, well 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 AJ51 NVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,584
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
2,969

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,584 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,712
Average per year2,969
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ51 NVU 68k70k73k75k78k '06'10'08

Check AJ51 NVU

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,584 miles
Since last MOT+2,712 miles
PASS
Mileage74,872 miles
Since last MOT+2,357 miles
PASS
Mileage72,515 miles
Since last MOT+723 miles
PASS
Mileage71,792 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,760 miles
Since last MOT+4,231 miles
PASS
Mileage67,529 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 NVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 NVU

What car is AJ51 NVU?

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

What is the mileage of AJ51 NVU?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 NVU was 77,584 miles, recorded on 18 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 NVU passed its MOT?

AJ51 NVU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 May 2010.

Is AJ51 NVU ULEZ compliant?

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

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