Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 161,458 miles on the clock, averaging 9,628 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for GV51 OBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,458 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,659 |
| Average per year | 9,628 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV51 OBU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GV51 OBU
What car is GV51 OBU?
GV51 OBU is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV51 OBU?
The last recorded mileage for GV51 OBU was 161,458 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV51 OBU passed its MOT?
GV51 OBU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2015.
Is GV51 OBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 OBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV51 OBU?
GV51 OBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.