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WA51 RKE

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 181,852 miles on the clock, averaging 7,457 miles per year, around 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 RKE

MOT Status
Due date passed
181,852
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,457

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading181,852 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,409
Average per year7,457
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WA51 RKE 120k135k151k166k182k '07'15'11

Check WA51 RKE

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage181,852 miles
Since last MOT+5,409 miles
PASS
Mileage176,443 miles
Since last MOT+10,211 miles
PASS
Mileage166,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,232 miles
Since last MOT+8,324 miles
PASS
Mileage157,908 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,892 miles
Since last MOT+283 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,609 miles
Since last MOT+4,390 miles
PASS
Mileage153,219 miles
Since last MOT+4,358 miles
PASS
Mileage148,861 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,859 miles
Since last MOT+9,649 miles
PASS
Mileage139,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,210 miles
Since last MOT+7,330 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,880 miles
Since last MOT+12,077 miles
PASS
Mileage119,803 miles
Since last MOT+199 miles
PASS
Mileage119,604 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 RKE
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 RKE

What car is WA51 RKE?

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

What is the mileage of WA51 RKE?

The last recorded mileage for WA51 RKE was 181,852 miles, recorded on 30 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA51 RKE passed its MOT?

WA51 RKE has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 30 May 2015.

Is WA51 RKE ULEZ compliant?

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

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