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AV51 PVY

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, 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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 118,044 miles on the clock, averaging 12,632 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 AV51 PVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,044
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2005
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
12,632

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 reading118,044 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,069
Average per year12,632
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV51 PVY 80k90k99k109k118k '05'08'06

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,044 miles
Since last MOT+10,069 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,975 miles
Since last MOT+14,955 miles
PASS
Mileage93,020 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,019 miles
Since last MOT+12,536 miles
PASS
Mileage80,483 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

RegistrationAV51 PVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AV51 PVY

What car is AV51 PVY?

AV51 PVY is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AV51 PVY?

The last recorded mileage for AV51 PVY was 118,044 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV51 PVY passed its MOT?

AV51 PVY has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2008.

Is AV51 PVY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV51 PVY 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 AV51 PVY?

AV51 PVY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.