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 Diesel 1753cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 187,557 miles on the clock, averaging 13,302 miles per year, above 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 NBA
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 64,877 |
| Average per year | 13,302 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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.
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
| Registration | FH51 NBA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FH51 NBA
What car is FH51 NBA?
FH51 NBA is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FH51 NBA?
The last recorded mileage for FH51 NBA was 187,557 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH51 NBA passed its MOT?
FH51 NBA has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 3 Mar 2014.
Is FH51 NBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH51 NBA 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 NBA?
FH51 NBA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.