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WA51 RJY

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 119,541 miles on the clock, averaging 5,944 miles per year, below 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 WA51 RJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,541
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,944

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,541 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year5,944
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA51 RJY 90k97k105k112k120k '12'17'16

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,541 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,539 miles
Since last MOT+9,604 miles
PASS
Mileage109,935 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,930 miles
Since last MOT+9,974 miles
PASS
Mileage99,956 miles
Since last MOT+1,536 miles
PASS
Mileage98,420 miles
Since last MOT+5,115 miles
PASS
Mileage93,305 miles
Since last MOT+3,397 miles
PASS
Mileage89,908 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

RegistrationWA51 RJY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WA51 RJY

What car is WA51 RJY?

WA51 RJY is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WA51 RJY?

The last recorded mileage for WA51 RJY was 119,541 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA51 RJY passed its MOT?

WA51 RJY has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2017.

Is WA51 RJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA51 RJY 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 WA51 RJY?

WA51 RJY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.