Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 161,413 miles on the clock, averaging 10,081 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for ML51 ABF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,968 |
| Average per year | 10,081 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML51 ABF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About ML51 ABF
What car is ML51 ABF?
ML51 ABF is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML51 ABF?
The last recorded mileage for ML51 ABF was 161,413 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML51 ABF passed its MOT?
ML51 ABF has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2015.
Is ML51 ABF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML51 ABF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ML51 ABF?
ML51 ABF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.