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YB51 UYL

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 262,255 miles on the clock, averaging 12,296 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 YB51 UYL

MOT Status
Due date passed
262,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
12,296

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 reading262,255 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,296
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YB51 UYL 114k151k188k225k262k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage262,255 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage262,255 miles
Since last MOT+9,403 miles
PASS
Mileage252,852 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage252,852 miles
Since last MOT+10,258 miles
PASS
Mileage242,594 miles
Since last MOT+8,254 miles
PASS
Mileage234,340 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage234,340 miles
Since last MOT+8,842 miles
FAIL
Mileage225,498 miles
Since last MOT+7,321 miles
PASS
Mileage218,177 miles
Since last MOT+123 miles
FAIL
Mileage218,054 miles
Since last MOT+8,837 miles
PASS
Mileage209,217 miles
Since last MOT+9,269 miles
PASS
Mileage199,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage199,948 miles
Since last MOT+10,946 miles
PASS
Mileage189,002 miles
Since last MOT+9,347 miles
PASS
Mileage179,655 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,655 miles
Since last MOT+9,024 miles
PASS
Mileage170,631 miles
Since last MOT+27,683 miles
PASS
Mileage142,948 miles
Since last MOT+29,289 miles
PASS
Mileage113,659 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

RegistrationYB51 UYL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYB — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YB51 UYL

What car is YB51 UYL?

YB51 UYL is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YB51 UYL?

The last recorded mileage for YB51 UYL was 262,255 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YB51 UYL passed its MOT?

YB51 UYL has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2018.

Is YB51 UYL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB51 UYL 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 YB51 UYL?

YB51 UYL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.