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 Petrol 1988cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 210,049 miles on the clock, averaging 18,105 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BP51 VGX
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 210,049 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,687 |
| Average per year | 18,105 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP51 VGX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 VGX
What car is BP51 VGX?
BP51 VGX is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP51 VGX?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 VGX was 210,049 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 VGX passed its MOT?
BP51 VGX has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2014.
Is BP51 VGX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 VGX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BP51 VGX?
BP51 VGX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.