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AP51 UXF

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 170,930 miles on the clock, averaging 11,593 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 UXF

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,930
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,593

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 reading170,930 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,006
Average per year11,593
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP51 UXF 65k92k118k144k171k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,930 miles
Since last MOT+11,006 miles
PASS
Mileage159,924 miles
Since last MOT+10,761 miles
PASS
Mileage149,163 miles
Since last MOT+17,616 miles
PASS
Mileage131,547 miles
Since last MOT+15,893 miles
PASS
Mileage115,654 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,654 miles
Since last MOT+9,921 miles
PASS
Mileage105,733 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,733 miles
Since last MOT+9,136 miles
PASS
Mileage96,597 miles
Since last MOT+9,600 miles
PASS
Mileage86,997 miles
Since last MOT+10,766 miles
PASS
Mileage76,231 miles
Since last MOT+11,152 miles
PASS
Mileage65,079 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 UXF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 UXF

What car is AP51 UXF?

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

What is the mileage of AP51 UXF?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 UXF was 170,930 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 UXF passed its MOT?

AP51 UXF has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2015.

Is AP51 UXF ULEZ compliant?

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

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