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 Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 75,270 miles on the clock, averaging 5,074 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for VE51 SZO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,786 |
| Average per year | 5,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VE51 SZO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About VE51 SZO
What car is VE51 SZO?
VE51 SZO is a green Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VE51 SZO?
The last recorded mileage for VE51 SZO was 75,270 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE51 SZO passed its MOT?
VE51 SZO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2013.
Is VE51 SZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE51 SZO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VE51 SZO?
VE51 SZO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.