Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
WM51 LBL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 119,802 miles on the clock, averaging 12,530 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 WM51 LBL

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,802
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,530

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading119,802 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,851
Average per year12,530
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM51 LBL 3k32k62k91k120k '05'15'10

Check WM51 LBL

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage119,802 miles
Since last MOT+8,851 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,951 miles
Since last MOT+8,934 miles
PASS
Mileage102,017 miles
Since last MOT+20,658 miles
PASS
Mileage81,359 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,351 miles
Since last MOT+19,211 miles
PASS
Mileage62,140 miles
Since last MOT+23,861 miles
PASS
Mileage38,279 miles
Since last MOT+20,889 miles
PASS
Mileage17,390 miles
Since last MOT+13,044 miles
PASS
Mileage4,346 miles
Since last MOT+247 miles
PASS
Mileage4,099 miles
Since last MOT+787 miles
PASS
Mileage3,312 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Focus often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Focus Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Focus

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM51 LBL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

More WM51 L plates

Browse all WM51 L registrations from Bristol.

About WM51 LBL

What car is WM51 LBL?

WM51 LBL is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

What is the mileage of WM51 LBL?

The last recorded mileage for WM51 LBL was 119,802 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM51 LBL passed its MOT?

WM51 LBL has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 31 Mar 2015.

Is WM51 LBL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM51 LBL 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 WM51 LBL?

WM51 LBL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.