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AJ51 ZDP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 118,264 miles on the clock, averaging 12,892 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 ZDP

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,264
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,892

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading118,264 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,892
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ51 ZDP 45k63k82k100k118k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,264 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,264 miles
Since last MOT+20,474 miles
PASS
Mileage97,790 miles
Since last MOT+6,069 miles
PASS
Mileage91,721 miles
Since last MOT+9,337 miles
PASS
Mileage82,384 miles
Since last MOT+12,091 miles
PASS
Mileage70,293 miles
Since last MOT+12,809 miles
PASS
Mileage57,484 miles
Since last MOT+12,489 miles
PASS
Mileage44,995 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 ZDP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 ZDP

What car is AJ51 ZDP?

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

What is the mileage of AJ51 ZDP?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 ZDP was 118,264 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 ZDP passed its MOT?

AJ51 ZDP has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Apr 2012.

Is AJ51 ZDP ULEZ compliant?

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

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