Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 129,794 miles on the clock, averaging 5,535 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 AO51 VBT
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,794 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 5,535 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AO51 VBT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VBT
What car is AO51 VBT?
AO51 VBT is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.
What is the mileage of AO51 VBT?
The last recorded mileage for AO51 VBT was 129,794 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO51 VBT passed its MOT?
AO51 VBT has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2018.
Is AO51 VBT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO51 VBT 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 VBT?
AO51 VBT is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.