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AJ51 LVP

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 117,367 miles on the clock, averaging 9,164 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 LVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,367
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,164

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading117,367 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,164
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AJ51 LVP 44k62k80k99k117k '05'13'10

Check AJ51 LVP

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,367 miles
Since last MOT+12,997 miles
PASS
Mileage104,370 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,370 miles
Since last MOT+10,436 miles
PASS
Mileage93,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,934 miles
Since last MOT+10,180 miles
PASS
Mileage83,754 miles
Since last MOT+7,221 miles
PASS
Mileage76,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,533 miles
Since last MOT+8,910 miles
PASS
Mileage67,623 miles
Since last MOT+8,028 miles
PASS
Mileage59,595 miles
Since last MOT+8,482 miles
PASS
Mileage51,113 miles
Since last MOT+7,591 miles
PASS
Mileage43,522 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 LVP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 LVP

What car is AJ51 LVP?

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

What is the mileage of AJ51 LVP?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 LVP was 117,367 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 LVP passed its MOT?

AJ51 LVP has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2013.

Is AJ51 LVP ULEZ compliant?

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

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