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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 172,231 miles on the clock, averaging 10,411 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 EF51 PLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 10,411 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EF51 PLX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EF51 PLX
What car is EF51 PLX?
EF51 PLX is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EF51 PLX?
The last recorded mileage for EF51 PLX was 172,231 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF51 PLX passed its MOT?
EF51 PLX has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2016.
Is EF51 PLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 PLX 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 EF51 PLX?
EF51 PLX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.