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AJ51 LCY

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 104,489 miles on the clock, averaging 9,037 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 AJ51 LCY

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,489
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
9,037

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 reading104,489 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,301
Average per year9,037
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ51 LCY 61k72k83k94k104k '06'11'09

Check AJ51 LCY

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage104,489 miles
Since last MOT+8,301 miles
PASS
Mileage96,188 miles
Since last MOT+12,302 miles
PASS
Mileage83,886 miles
Since last MOT+10,245 miles
PASS
Mileage73,641 miles
Since last MOT+8,603 miles
PASS
Mileage65,038 miles
Since last MOT+4,442 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,596 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

RegistrationAJ51 LCY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 LCY

What car is AJ51 LCY?

AJ51 LCY is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AJ51 LCY?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 LCY was 104,489 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 LCY passed its MOT?

AJ51 LCY has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 16 Aug 2011.

Is AJ51 LCY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 LCY 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 AJ51 LCY?

AJ51 LCY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.