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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 201,886 miles on the clock, averaging 12,633 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 AO51 UYS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 201,886 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,538 |
| Average per year | 12,633 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | AO51 UYS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AO51 UYS
What car is AO51 UYS?
AO51 UYS is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.
What is the mileage of AO51 UYS?
The last recorded mileage for AO51 UYS was 201,886 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO51 UYS passed its MOT?
AO51 UYS has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 8 Nov 2014.
Is AO51 UYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO51 UYS 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 AO51 UYS?
AO51 UYS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.