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FH51 UTW

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 184,459 miles on the clock, averaging 10,375 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 UTW

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,459
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,375

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading184,459 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,594
Average per year10,375
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH51 UTW 79k105k131k158k184k '06'16'11

Check FH51 UTW

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,459 miles
Since last MOT+8,594 miles
PASS
Mileage175,865 miles
Since last MOT+12,381 miles
PASS
Mileage163,484 miles
Since last MOT+11,088 miles
PASS
Mileage152,396 miles
Since last MOT+10,433 miles
PASS
Mileage141,963 miles
Since last MOT+7,893 miles
PASS
Mileage134,070 miles
Since last MOT+5,525 miles
PASS
Mileage128,545 miles
Since last MOT+11,269 miles
PASS
Mileage117,276 miles
Since last MOT+11,405 miles
PASS
Mileage105,871 miles
Since last MOT+14,554 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,317 miles
Since last MOT+12,783 miles
PASS
Mileage78,534 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 UTW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 UTW

What car is FH51 UTW?

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

What is the mileage of FH51 UTW?

The last recorded mileage for FH51 UTW was 184,459 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH51 UTW passed its MOT?

FH51 UTW has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jun 2016.

Is FH51 UTW ULEZ compliant?

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

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