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WG51 MVR

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 147,382 miles on the clock, averaging 9,965 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 MVR

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,382
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,965

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 reading147,382 miles
Reading date
Miles last year981
Average per year9,965
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WG51 MVR 44k70k95k121k147k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,382 miles
Since last MOT+981 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,401 miles
Since last MOT+12,780 miles
PASS
Mileage133,621 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,620 miles
Since last MOT+16,835 miles
PASS
Mileage116,785 miles
Since last MOT+11,531 miles
PASS
Mileage105,254 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,254 miles
Since last MOT+11,902 miles
PASS
Mileage93,352 miles
Since last MOT+7,346 miles
PASS
Mileage86,006 miles
Since last MOT+10,093 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,913 miles
Since last MOT+5,801 miles
PASS
Mileage70,112 miles
Since last MOT+8,194 miles
PASS
Mileage61,918 miles
Since last MOT+9,534 miles
PASS
Mileage52,384 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,380 miles
Since last MOT+8,815 miles
PASS
Mileage43,565 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 MVR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 MVR

What car is WG51 MVR?

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

What is the mileage of WG51 MVR?

The last recorded mileage for WG51 MVR was 147,382 miles, recorded on 31 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG51 MVR passed its MOT?

WG51 MVR has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2016.

Is WG51 MVR ULEZ compliant?

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

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