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EF51 KNL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 129,373 miles on the clock, averaging 7,906 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 EF51 KNL

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,373
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,906

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,373 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,906
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF51 KNL 58k76k94k111k129k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,373 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,373 miles
Since last MOT+5,250 miles
PASS
Mileage124,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,123 miles
Since last MOT+4,885 miles
PASS
Mileage119,238 miles
Since last MOT+8,083 miles
PASS
Mileage111,155 miles
Since last MOT+10,572 miles
PASS
Mileage100,583 miles
FAIL
Mileage199,574 miles
Since last MOT+104,622 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,952 miles
Since last MOT+11,010 miles
PASS
Mileage83,942 miles
Since last MOT+8,856 miles
PASS
Mileage75,086 miles
Since last MOT+9,062 miles
PASS
Mileage66,024 miles
Since last MOT+8,256 miles
PASS
Mileage57,768 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

RegistrationEF51 KNL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EF51 KNL

What car is EF51 KNL?

EF51 KNL is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EF51 KNL?

The last recorded mileage for EF51 KNL was 129,373 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF51 KNL passed its MOT?

EF51 KNL has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2016.

Is EF51 KNL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 KNL 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 EF51 KNL?

EF51 KNL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.