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LE51 JWL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 228,887 miles on the clock, averaging 11,803 miles per year, above 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 LE51 JWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
228,887
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,803

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading228,887 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,803
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LE51 JWL 115k143k172k200k229k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage228,887 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage228,887 miles
Since last MOT+2,711 miles
PASS
Mileage226,176 miles
Since last MOT+3,108 miles
PASS
Mileage223,068 miles
Since last MOT+14,170 miles
PASS
Mileage208,898 miles
Since last MOT+12,720 miles
PASS
Mileage196,178 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,176 miles
Since last MOT+107,912 miles
PASS
Mileage88,264 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,527 miles
Since last MOT+7,198 miles
PASS
Mileage177,329 miles
Since last MOT+33,868 miles
PASS
Mileage143,461 miles
Since last MOT+28,520 miles
PASS
Mileage114,941 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

RegistrationLE51 JWL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLE — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LE51 JWL

What car is LE51 JWL?

LE51 JWL is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LE51 JWL?

The last recorded mileage for LE51 JWL was 228,887 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LE51 JWL passed its MOT?

LE51 JWL has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2015.

Is LE51 JWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE51 JWL 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 LE51 JWL?

LE51 JWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.