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KS51 NLJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 134,181 miles on the clock, averaging 7,525 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 KS51 NLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,181
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,525

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,181 miles
Reading date
Miles last year260
Average per year7,525
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KS51 NLJ 43k66k88k111k134k '07'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,181 miles
Since last MOT+260 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,921 miles
Since last MOT+13,597 miles
PASS
Mileage120,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,324 miles
Since last MOT+8,933 miles
PASS
Mileage111,391 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,303 miles
Since last MOT+9,958 miles
PASS
Mileage101,345 miles
Since last MOT+11,041 miles
PASS
Mileage90,304 miles
Since last MOT+9,862 miles
PASS
Mileage80,442 miles
Since last MOT+6,879 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,563 miles
Since last MOT+3,995 miles
PASS
Mileage69,568 miles
Since last MOT+4,652 miles
PASS
Mileage64,916 miles
Since last MOT+6,231 miles
PASS
Mileage58,685 miles
Since last MOT+4,768 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,917 miles
Since last MOT+4,875 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,042 miles
Since last MOT+6,268 miles
PASS
Mileage42,774 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

RegistrationKS51 NLJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 NLJ

What car is KS51 NLJ?

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

What is the mileage of KS51 NLJ?

The last recorded mileage for KS51 NLJ was 134,181 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS51 NLJ passed its MOT?

KS51 NLJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2019.

Is KS51 NLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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