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AO51 UZL

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 187,415 miles on the clock, averaging 7,578 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 AO51 UZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
187,415
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,578

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading187,415 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,578
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO51 UZL 132k146k160k173k187k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage187,415 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,414 miles
Since last MOT+6,107 miles
PASS
Mileage181,307 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage178,141 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,141 miles
Since last MOT+4,687 miles
PASS
Mileage173,454 miles
Since last MOT+7,393 miles
PASS
Mileage166,061 miles
Since last MOT+11,035 miles
PASS
Mileage155,026 miles
Since last MOT+9,093 miles
PASS
Mileage145,933 miles
Since last MOT+14,184 miles
PASS
Mileage131,749 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,749 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

RegistrationAO51 UZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AO51 UZL

What car is AO51 UZL?

AO51 UZL is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AO51 UZL?

The last recorded mileage for AO51 UZL was 187,415 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO51 UZL passed its MOT?

AO51 UZL has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2014.

Is AO51 UZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO51 UZL 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 UZL?

AO51 UZL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.