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AP51 FUY

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 129,892 miles on the clock, averaging 5,979 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 AP51 FUY

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,892
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,979

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading129,892 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,308
Average per year5,979
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP51 FUY 40k63k85k107k130k '06'21'14

Check AP51 FUY

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,892 miles
Since last MOT+8,308 miles
PASS
Mileage121,584 miles
Since last MOT+9,921 miles
PASS
Mileage111,663 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,661 miles
Since last MOT+3,600 miles
PASS
Mileage108,061 miles
Since last MOT+4,102 miles
PASS
Mileage103,959 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,955 miles
Since last MOT+5,463 miles
PASS
Mileage98,492 miles
Since last MOT+4,837 miles
PASS
Mileage93,655 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,619 miles
Since last MOT+3,855 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,764 miles
Since last MOT+3,881 miles
PASS
Mileage85,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,859 miles
PASS
Mileage80,024 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,016 miles
Since last MOT+5,634 miles
PASS
Mileage74,382 miles
Since last MOT+107 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,275 miles
Since last MOT+9,439 miles
PASS
Mileage64,836 miles
Since last MOT+6,587 miles
PASS
Mileage58,249 miles
Since last MOT+4,705 miles
PASS
Mileage53,544 miles
Since last MOT+6,503 miles
PASS
Mileage47,041 miles
Since last MOT+6,934 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,107 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

RegistrationAP51 FUY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 FUY

What car is AP51 FUY?

AP51 FUY is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AP51 FUY?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 FUY was 129,892 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 FUY passed its MOT?

AP51 FUY has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2021.

Is AP51 FUY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP51 FUY 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 AP51 FUY?

AP51 FUY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.