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GV51 RFX

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 34,213 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for GV51 RFX

MOT Status
Due date passed
34,213
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
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading34,213 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,462
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV51 RFX 61k61k61k61k61k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage34,213 miles
Since last MOT+16,462 miles
FAIL
Mileage17,751 miles
PASS
Mileage89,771 miles
Since last MOT+3,934 miles
PASS
Mileage85,837 miles
Since last MOT+5,153 miles
PASS
Mileage80,684 miles
Since last MOT+6,233 miles
PASS
Mileage74,451 miles
Since last MOT+6,398 miles
PASS
Mileage68,053 miles
Since last MOT+6,669 miles
PASS
Mileage61,384 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

RegistrationGV51 RFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About GV51 RFX

What car is GV51 RFX?

GV51 RFX is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GV51 RFX?

The last recorded mileage for GV51 RFX was 34,213 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV51 RFX passed its MOT?

GV51 RFX has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Feb 2013.

Is GV51 RFX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 RFX 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 GV51 RFX?

GV51 RFX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.