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AK51 FXA

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 152,817 miles on the clock, averaging 6,334 miles per year, below 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 FXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,817
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,334

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading152,817 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,351
Average per year6,334
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK51 FXA 56k80k105k129k153k '05'21'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,817 miles
Since last MOT+2,351 miles
PASS
Mileage150,466 miles
Since last MOT+3,428 miles
PASS
Mileage147,038 miles
Since last MOT+2,055 miles
PASS
Mileage144,983 miles
Since last MOT+3,503 miles
PASS
Mileage141,480 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,480 miles
Since last MOT+4,492 miles
PASS
Mileage136,988 miles
Since last MOT+6,102 miles
PASS
Mileage130,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,886 miles
Since last MOT+6,237 miles
PASS
Mileage124,649 miles
Since last MOT+6,205 miles
PASS
Mileage118,444 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,442 miles
Since last MOT+4,433 miles
PASS
Mileage114,009 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,003 miles
Since last MOT+4,069 miles
PASS
Mileage109,934 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,930 miles
Since last MOT+4,473 miles
PASS
Mileage105,457 miles
Since last MOT+8,631 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,826 miles
Since last MOT+5,040 miles
PASS
Mileage91,786 miles
Since last MOT+23,456 miles
PASS
Mileage68,330 miles
Since last MOT+12,041 miles
PASS
Mileage56,289 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

RegistrationAK51 FXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AK51 FXA

What car is AK51 FXA?

AK51 FXA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AK51 FXA?

The last recorded mileage for AK51 FXA was 152,817 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK51 FXA passed its MOT?

AK51 FXA has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2021.

Is AK51 FXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK51 FXA 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 FXA?

AK51 FXA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.