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BT51 UUW

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 161,126 miles on the clock, averaging 8,008 miles per year, around 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 BT51 UUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,126
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,008

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading161,126 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,008
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BT51 UUW 97k113k129k145k161k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,126 miles
Since last MOT+6,462 miles
PASS
Mileage154,664 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,664 miles
Since last MOT+9,170 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,494 miles
Since last MOT+8,159 miles
PASS
Mileage137,335 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,335 miles
Since last MOT+8,121 miles
PASS
Mileage129,214 miles
Since last MOT+9,211 miles
PASS
Mileage120,003 miles
Since last MOT+9,743 miles
PASS
Mileage110,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,936 miles
PASS
Mileage105,324 miles
Since last MOT+8,391 miles
PASS
Mileage96,933 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

RegistrationBT51 UUW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBT — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BT51 UUW

What car is BT51 UUW?

BT51 UUW is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BT51 UUW?

The last recorded mileage for BT51 UUW was 161,126 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BT51 UUW passed its MOT?

BT51 UUW has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2013.

Is BT51 UUW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 UUW 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 BT51 UUW?

BT51 UUW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.