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RN51 XPY

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 122,431 miles on the clock, averaging 9,898 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 RN51 XPY

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,431
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,898

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 reading122,431 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,426
Average per year9,898
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RN51 XPY 50k68k86k104k122k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,431 miles
Since last MOT+8,426 miles
PASS
Mileage114,005 miles
Since last MOT+9,336 miles
PASS
Mileage104,669 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,661 miles
Since last MOT+10,312 miles
PASS
Mileage94,349 miles
Since last MOT+10,871 miles
PASS
Mileage83,478 miles
Since last MOT+10,644 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,834 miles
Since last MOT+10,026 miles
PASS
Mileage62,808 miles
Since last MOT+13,028 miles
PASS
Mileage49,780 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

RegistrationRN51 XPY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RN51 XPY

What car is RN51 XPY?

RN51 XPY is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RN51 XPY?

The last recorded mileage for RN51 XPY was 122,431 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN51 XPY passed its MOT?

RN51 XPY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2014.

Is RN51 XPY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 XPY 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 RN51 XPY?

RN51 XPY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.