Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 142,163 miles on the clock, averaging 8,896 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 CYE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,896 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG51 CYE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 CYE
What car is BG51 CYE?
BG51 CYE is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 CYE?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 CYE was 142,163 miles, recorded on 22 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 CYE passed its MOT?
BG51 CYE has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2015.
Is BG51 CYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 CYE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG51 CYE?
BG51 CYE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.