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VO51 NHP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 174,114 miles on the clock, averaging 13,477 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 VO51 NHP

MOT Status
Due date passed
174,114
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,477

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading174,114 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,729
Average per year13,477
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VO51 NHP 57k86k116k145k174k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage174,114 miles
Since last MOT+18,729 miles
PASS
Mileage155,385 miles
Since last MOT+21,777 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,608 miles
Since last MOT+8,347 miles
PASS
Mileage125,261 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,257 miles
Since last MOT+7,791 miles
PASS
Mileage117,466 miles
Since last MOT+14,299 miles
PASS
Mileage103,167 miles
Since last MOT+15,632 miles
PASS
Mileage87,535 miles
Since last MOT+17,351 miles
PASS
Mileage70,184 miles
Since last MOT+13,147 miles
PASS
Mileage57,037 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

RegistrationVO51 NHP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About VO51 NHP

What car is VO51 NHP?

VO51 NHP is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VO51 NHP?

The last recorded mileage for VO51 NHP was 174,114 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO51 NHP passed its MOT?

VO51 NHP has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2014.

Is VO51 NHP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO51 NHP 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 VO51 NHP?

VO51 NHP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.