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AJ51 VJX

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 205,558 miles on the clock, averaging 16,533 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 VJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,558
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
16,533

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 reading205,558 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,533
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ51 VJX 114k137k160k183k206k '05'11'08

Check AJ51 VJX

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage205,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage205,558 miles
Since last MOT+24,178 miles
PASS
Mileage181,380 miles
Since last MOT+24,228 miles
PASS
Mileage157,152 miles
Since last MOT+2,873 miles
PASS
Mileage154,279 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,279 miles
Since last MOT+12,989 miles
PASS
Mileage141,290 miles
Since last MOT+26,801 miles
PASS
Mileage114,489 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,489 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 VJX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 VJX

What car is AJ51 VJX?

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

What is the mileage of AJ51 VJX?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 VJX was 205,558 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 VJX passed its MOT?

AJ51 VJX has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2011.

Is AJ51 VJX ULEZ compliant?

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

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