Vehicle summary
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 125,804 miles on the clock, averaging 9,446 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 SX51 CSZ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,446 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SX51 CSZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SX51 CSZ
What car is SX51 CSZ?
SX51 CSZ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SX51 CSZ?
The last recorded mileage for SX51 CSZ was 125,804 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX51 CSZ passed its MOT?
SX51 CSZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2014.
Is SX51 CSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX51 CSZ 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 SX51 CSZ?
SX51 CSZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.