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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 204,874 miles on the clock, averaging 11,816 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 AO51 SYZ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 204,874 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AO51 SYZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AO51 SYZ
What car is AO51 SYZ?
AO51 SYZ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AO51 SYZ?
The last recorded mileage for AO51 SYZ was 204,874 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO51 SYZ passed its MOT?
AO51 SYZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2017.
Is AO51 SYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO51 SYZ 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 AO51 SYZ?
AO51 SYZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.