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FM51 EOE

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 89,658 miles on the clock, averaging 7,533 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 EOE

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,658
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,533

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 reading89,658 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,533
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM51 EOE 42k54k66k78k90k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,658 miles
Since last MOT+1,667 miles
PASS
Mileage87,991 miles
Since last MOT+10,952 miles
PASS
Mileage77,039 miles
Since last MOT+9,619 miles
PASS
Mileage67,420 miles
Since last MOT+8,490 miles
PASS
Mileage58,930 miles
Since last MOT+7,933 miles
PASS
Mileage50,997 miles
Since last MOT+8,842 miles
PASS
Mileage42,155 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 EOE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
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 EOE

What car is FM51 EOE?

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

What is the mileage of FM51 EOE?

The last recorded mileage for FM51 EOE was 89,658 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM51 EOE passed its MOT?

FM51 EOE has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Mar 2013.

Is FM51 EOE ULEZ compliant?

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

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