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AP51 NWM

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 151,352 miles on the clock, averaging 11,954 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 AP51 NWM

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,352
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,954

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,352 miles
Reading date
Miles last year477
Average per year11,954
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP51 NWM 54k78k102k127k151k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,352 miles
Since last MOT+477 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,875 miles
Since last MOT+5,870 miles
PASS
Mileage145,005 miles
Since last MOT+8,818 miles
PASS
Mileage136,187 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,187 miles
Since last MOT+16,088 miles
PASS
Mileage120,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,099 miles
Since last MOT+13,589 miles
PASS
Mileage106,510 miles
Since last MOT+12,409 miles
PASS
Mileage94,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,101 miles
Since last MOT+16,449 miles
PASS
Mileage77,652 miles
Since last MOT+11,965 miles
PASS
Mileage65,687 miles
Since last MOT+12,158 miles
PASS
Mileage53,529 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 NWM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 NWM

What car is AP51 NWM?

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

What is the mileage of AP51 NWM?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 NWM was 151,352 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 NWM passed its MOT?

AP51 NWM has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2013.

Is AP51 NWM ULEZ compliant?

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

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