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AF51 PVL

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 2001 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 75,883 miles on the clock, averaging 3,624 miles per year, well below 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 AF51 PVL

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,883
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,624

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,883 miles
Reading date
Miles last year79
Average per year3,624
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF51 PVL 42k51k59k68k76k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,883 miles
Since last MOT+79 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,804 miles
Since last MOT+11,028 miles
PASS
Mileage64,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,776 miles
Since last MOT+7,395 miles
PASS
Mileage57,381 miles
Since last MOT+5,768 miles
PASS
Mileage51,613 miles
Since last MOT+1,998 miles
PASS
Mileage49,615 miles
Since last MOT+1,072 miles
PASS
Mileage48,543 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,543 miles
Since last MOT+322 miles
PASS
Mileage48,221 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,220 miles
Since last MOT+2,120 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,100 miles
Since last MOT+3,702 miles
PASS
Mileage42,398 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

RegistrationAF51 PVL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AF51 PVL

What car is AF51 PVL?

AF51 PVL is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AF51 PVL?

The last recorded mileage for AF51 PVL was 75,883 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF51 PVL passed its MOT?

AF51 PVL has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2015.

Is AF51 PVL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF51 PVL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AF51 PVL?

AF51 PVL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.