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ST51 OPA

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 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 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 171,213 miles on the clock, averaging 17,116 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 ST51 OPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,213
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
17,116

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 reading171,213 miles
Reading date
Miles last year50
Average per year17,116
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ST51 OPA 104k121k138k154k171k '06'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,213 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,163 miles
Since last MOT+10,676 miles
PASS
Mileage160,487 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,442 miles
Since last MOT+12,925 miles
PASS
Mileage147,517 miles
Since last MOT+21,391 miles
PASS
Mileage126,126 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,053 miles
Since last MOT+22,067 miles
PASS
Mileage103,986 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,914 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

RegistrationST51 OPA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ST51 OPA

What car is ST51 OPA?

ST51 OPA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2002.

What is the mileage of ST51 OPA?

The last recorded mileage for ST51 OPA was 171,213 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST51 OPA passed its MOT?

ST51 OPA has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2010.

Is ST51 OPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST51 OPA 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 ST51 OPA?

ST51 OPA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.