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FM51 WZS

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 134,060 miles on the clock, averaging 7,101 miles per year, below 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 WZS

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,060
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,101

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading134,060 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,141
Average per year7,101
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM51 WZS 42k65k88k111k134k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage134,060 miles
Since last MOT+3,141 miles
PASS
Mileage130,919 miles
Since last MOT+3,074 miles
PASS
Mileage127,845 miles
Since last MOT+3,185 miles
PASS
Mileage124,660 miles
Since last MOT+3,935 miles
PASS
Mileage120,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,725 miles
Since last MOT+4,590 miles
PASS
Mileage116,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,135 miles
Since last MOT+9,177 miles
PASS
Mileage106,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,958 miles
Since last MOT+9,371 miles
PASS
Mileage97,587 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,587 miles
Since last MOT+10,437 miles
PASS
Mileage87,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,150 miles
Since last MOT+10,698 miles
PASS
Mileage76,452 miles
Since last MOT+11,119 miles
PASS
Mileage65,333 miles
Since last MOT+8,744 miles
PASS
Mileage56,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,589 miles
Since last MOT+8,581 miles
PASS
Mileage48,008 miles
Since last MOT+6,232 miles
PASS
Mileage41,776 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,774 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 WZS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 WZS

What car is FM51 WZS?

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

What is the mileage of FM51 WZS?

The last recorded mileage for FM51 WZS was 134,060 miles, recorded on 22 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM51 WZS passed its MOT?

FM51 WZS has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 22 May 2019.

Is FM51 WZS ULEZ compliant?

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

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