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RN51 XUJ

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 126,254 miles on the clock, averaging 4,926 miles per year, well below 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 XUJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,254
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,926

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading126,254 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29
Average per year4,926
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RN51 XUJ 81k92k103k115k126k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,254 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,225 miles
Since last MOT+5,938 miles
PASS
Mileage120,287 miles
Since last MOT+6,087 miles
PASS
Mileage114,200 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,199 miles
Since last MOT+6,775 miles
PASS
Mileage107,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,424 miles
Since last MOT+1,707 miles
PASS
Mileage105,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,717 miles
Since last MOT+4,872 miles
PASS
Mileage100,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,845 miles
Since last MOT+4,484 miles
PASS
Mileage96,361 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,662 miles
PASS
Mileage91,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,599 miles
Since last MOT+5,329 miles
PASS
Mileage86,270 miles
Since last MOT+5,679 miles
PASS
Mileage80,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,591 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 XUJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RN51 XUJ

What car is RN51 XUJ?

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

What is the mileage of RN51 XUJ?

The last recorded mileage for RN51 XUJ was 126,254 miles, recorded on 28 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN51 XUJ passed its MOT?

RN51 XUJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2015.

Is RN51 XUJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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