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RL51 JUK

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 88,181 miles on the clock, averaging 7,617 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 RL51 JUK

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,181
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,617

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading88,181 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,617
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL51 JUK 20k37k54k71k88k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,181 miles
Since last MOT+11,377 miles
PASS
Mileage76,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,804 miles
Since last MOT+13,171 miles
PASS
Mileage63,633 miles
Since last MOT+14,927 miles
PASS
Mileage48,706 miles
Since last MOT+12,054 miles
PASS
Mileage36,652 miles
Since last MOT+3,343 miles
PASS
Mileage33,309 miles
Since last MOT+3,774 miles
PASS
Mileage29,535 miles
Since last MOT+5,540 miles
PASS
Mileage23,995 miles
Since last MOT+4,072 miles
PASS
Mileage19,923 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

RegistrationRL51 JUK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RL51 JUK

What car is RL51 JUK?

RL51 JUK is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RL51 JUK?

The last recorded mileage for RL51 JUK was 88,181 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL51 JUK passed its MOT?

RL51 JUK has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2015.

Is RL51 JUK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL51 JUK 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 RL51 JUK?

RL51 JUK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.