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AF51 RVA

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Gold Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGold
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 113,251 miles on the clock, averaging 9,023 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 AF51 RVA

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,251
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,023

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,251 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,995
Average per year9,023
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AF51 RVA 68k79k90k102k113k '06'11'09

Check AF51 RVA

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,251 miles
Since last MOT+8,995 miles
PASS
Mileage104,256 miles
Since last MOT+14,876 miles
PASS
Mileage89,380 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,380 miles
Since last MOT+8,025 miles
PASS
Mileage81,355 miles
Since last MOT+7,588 miles
PASS
Mileage73,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,198 miles
PASS
Mileage67,569 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 RVA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AF51 RVA

What car is AF51 RVA?

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

What is the mileage of AF51 RVA?

The last recorded mileage for AF51 RVA was 113,251 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF51 RVA passed its MOT?

AF51 RVA has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Oct 2011.

Is AF51 RVA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF51 RVA 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 RVA?

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