Vehicle summary
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 162,263 miles on the clock, averaging 10,067 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 ZGW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,251 |
| Average per year | 10,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AJ51 ZGW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AJ51 ZGW
What car is AJ51 ZGW?
AJ51 ZGW is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AJ51 ZGW?
The last recorded mileage for AJ51 ZGW was 162,263 miles, recorded on 6 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ51 ZGW passed its MOT?
AJ51 ZGW has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2015.
Is AJ51 ZGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 ZGW 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 ZGW?
AJ51 ZGW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.