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ST51 OPH

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 79,154 miles on the clock, averaging 14,215 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 OPH

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,154
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
14,215

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 reading79,154 miles
Reading date
Miles last year113
Average per year14,215
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ST51 OPH 50k57k64k72k79k '05'08'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,154 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,041 miles
Since last MOT+15,240 miles
PASS
Mileage63,801 miles
Since last MOT+13,957 miles
PASS
Mileage49,844 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 OPH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ST51 OPH

What car is ST51 OPH?

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

What is the mileage of ST51 OPH?

The last recorded mileage for ST51 OPH was 79,154 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST51 OPH passed its MOT?

ST51 OPH has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jan 2008.

Is ST51 OPH ULEZ compliant?

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

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