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FH51 JTO

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 165,885 miles on the clock, averaging 8,664 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 FH51 JTO

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,885
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,664

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading165,885 miles
Reading date
Miles last year194
Average per year8,664
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH51 JTO 97k114k131k149k166k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,885 miles
Since last MOT+194 miles
FAIL
Mileage165,691 miles
Since last MOT+9,703 miles
PASS
Mileage155,988 miles
Since last MOT+8,436 miles
PASS
Mileage147,552 miles
Since last MOT+10,010 miles
PASS
Mileage137,542 miles
Since last MOT+7,969 miles
PASS
Mileage129,573 miles
Since last MOT+8,397 miles
PASS
Mileage121,176 miles
Since last MOT+7,770 miles
PASS
Mileage113,406 miles
Since last MOT+9,773 miles
PASS
Mileage103,633 miles
Since last MOT+7,109 miles
PASS
Mileage96,524 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,524 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

RegistrationFH51 JTO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FH51 JTO

What car is FH51 JTO?

FH51 JTO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FH51 JTO?

The last recorded mileage for FH51 JTO was 165,885 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH51 JTO passed its MOT?

FH51 JTO has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2014.

Is FH51 JTO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH51 JTO 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 FH51 JTO?

FH51 JTO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.