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MD51 KEJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 140,693 miles on the clock, averaging 12,983 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 MD51 KEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,693
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,983

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading140,693 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,654
Average per year12,983
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MD51 KEJ 49k72k95k118k141k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,693 miles
Since last MOT+8,654 miles
PASS
Mileage132,039 miles
Since last MOT+8,465 miles
PASS
Mileage123,574 miles
Since last MOT+10,479 miles
PASS
Mileage113,095 miles
Since last MOT+10,229 miles
PASS
Mileage102,866 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,866 miles
Since last MOT+13,184 miles
PASS
Mileage89,682 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,680 miles
Since last MOT+19,842 miles
PASS
Mileage69,838 miles
Since last MOT+20,887 miles
PASS
Mileage48,951 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

RegistrationMD51 KEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About MD51 KEJ

What car is MD51 KEJ?

MD51 KEJ is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MD51 KEJ?

The last recorded mileage for MD51 KEJ was 140,693 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MD51 KEJ passed its MOT?

MD51 KEJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2013.

Is MD51 KEJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD51 KEJ 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 MD51 KEJ?

MD51 KEJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.