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KS51 NHU

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 190,551 miles on the clock, averaging 5,705 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 KS51 NHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
190,551
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,705

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading190,551 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,287
Average per year5,705
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KS51 NHU 131k146k161k176k191k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage190,551 miles
Since last MOT+6,287 miles
PASS
Mileage184,264 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage184,264 miles
Since last MOT+173,206 miles
PASS
Mileage11,058 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,057 miles
Since last MOT+8,341 miles
PASS
Mileage172,716 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,716 miles
Since last MOT+4,042 miles
PASS
Mileage168,674 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,674 miles
Since last MOT+7,136 miles
PASS
Mileage161,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,538 miles
Since last MOT+5,245 miles
PASS
Mileage156,293 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,016 miles
PASS
Mileage150,239 miles
Since last MOT+2,965 miles
PASS
Mileage147,274 miles
Since last MOT+16,386 miles
PASS
Mileage130,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,888 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

RegistrationKS51 NHU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKS — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About KS51 NHU

What car is KS51 NHU?

KS51 NHU is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KS51 NHU?

The last recorded mileage for KS51 NHU was 190,551 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS51 NHU passed its MOT?

KS51 NHU has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 5 Jul 2016.

Is KS51 NHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS51 NHU 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 KS51 NHU?

KS51 NHU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.