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FN51 RXA

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 176,567 miles on the clock, averaging 8,969 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 FN51 RXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,567
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,969

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading176,567 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,969
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN51 RXA 86k109k132k154k177k '05'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage176,567 miles
Since last MOT+7,492 miles
PASS
Mileage169,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage169,075 miles
Since last MOT+7,669 miles
PASS
Mileage161,406 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,398 miles
Since last MOT+8,774 miles
PASS
Mileage152,624 miles
Since last MOT+9,173 miles
PASS
Mileage143,451 miles
Since last MOT+9,504 miles
PASS
Mileage133,947 miles
Since last MOT+8,520 miles
PASS
Mileage125,427 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,427 miles
Since last MOT+10,322 miles
PASS
Mileage115,105 miles
Since last MOT+9,979 miles
PASS
Mileage105,126 miles
Since last MOT+9,071 miles
PASS
Mileage96,055 miles
Since last MOT+9,583 miles
PASS
Mileage86,472 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

RegistrationFN51 RXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FN51 RXA

What car is FN51 RXA?

FN51 RXA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FN51 RXA?

The last recorded mileage for FN51 RXA was 176,567 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN51 RXA passed its MOT?

FN51 RXA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2016.

Is FN51 RXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN51 RXA 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 FN51 RXA?

FN51 RXA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.