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WG51 ETF

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Exeter, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 185,681 miles on the clock, averaging 10,599 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 WG51 ETF

MOT Status
Due date passed
185,681
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,599

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading185,681 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,599
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG51 ETF 74k102k130k158k186k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage185,681 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage185,681 miles
Since last MOT+4,484 miles
PASS
Mileage181,197 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,091 miles
Since last MOT+6,216 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,875 miles
Since last MOT+3,776 miles
PASS
Mileage171,099 miles
Since last MOT+8,734 miles
PASS
Mileage162,365 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,365 miles
Since last MOT+10,512 miles
PASS
Mileage151,853 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,851 miles
Since last MOT+9,374 miles
PASS
Mileage142,477 miles
Since last MOT+8,358 miles
PASS
Mileage134,119 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,119 miles
Since last MOT+16,004 miles
PASS
Mileage118,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,115 miles
Since last MOT+20,491 miles
PASS
Mileage97,624 miles
Since last MOT+23,847 miles
PASS
Mileage73,777 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

RegistrationWG51 ETF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WG51 ETF

What car is WG51 ETF?

WG51 ETF is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WG51 ETF?

The last recorded mileage for WG51 ETF was 185,681 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG51 ETF passed its MOT?

WG51 ETF has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2017.

Is WG51 ETF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG51 ETF 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 WG51 ETF?

WG51 ETF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.