Vehicle summary
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 159,873 miles on the clock, averaging 8,221 miles per year, around 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 AK51 FJE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 159,873 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,289 |
| Average per year | 8,221 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AK51 FJE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AK51 FJE
What car is AK51 FJE?
AK51 FJE is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.
What is the mileage of AK51 FJE?
The last recorded mileage for AK51 FJE was 159,873 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK51 FJE passed its MOT?
AK51 FJE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2016.
Is AK51 FJE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK51 FJE 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 AK51 FJE?
AK51 FJE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.