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FM51 EMX

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 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 161,567 miles on the clock, averaging 8,121 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 FM51 EMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,567
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,121

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 reading161,567 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,905
Average per year8,121
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FM51 EMX 121k131k141k151k162k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,567 miles
Since last MOT+4,905 miles
PASS
Mileage156,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,662 miles
Since last MOT+9,699 miles
PASS
Mileage146,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,963 miles
Since last MOT+6,350 miles
PASS
Mileage140,613 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,613 miles
Since last MOT+10,830 miles
PASS
Mileage129,783 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,783 miles
Since last MOT+8,682 miles
PASS
Mileage121,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,101 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

RegistrationFM51 EMX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FM51 EMX

What car is FM51 EMX?

FM51 EMX is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FM51 EMX?

The last recorded mileage for FM51 EMX was 161,567 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM51 EMX passed its MOT?

FM51 EMX has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2011.

Is FM51 EMX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 EMX 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 FM51 EMX?

FM51 EMX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.