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AP51 XMX

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 193,378 miles on the clock, averaging 7,596 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 AP51 XMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,378
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,596

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 reading193,378 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,596
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP51 XMX 123k140k158k176k193k '05'15'10

Check AP51 XMX

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,378 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage193,377 miles
FAIL
Mileage197,422 miles
Since last MOT+15,792 miles
PASS
Mileage181,630 miles
Since last MOT+9,315 miles
PASS
Mileage172,315 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,307 miles
Since last MOT+7,976 miles
PASS
Mileage164,331 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,324 miles
Since last MOT+13,375 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,949 miles
Since last MOT+7,846 miles
PASS
Mileage143,103 miles
Since last MOT+7,916 miles
PASS
Mileage135,187 miles
Since last MOT+12,683 miles
PASS
Mileage122,504 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 XMX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 XMX

What car is AP51 XMX?

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

What is the mileage of AP51 XMX?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 XMX was 193,378 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 XMX passed its MOT?

AP51 XMX has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2015.

Is AP51 XMX ULEZ compliant?

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

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