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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 68,198 miles on the clock, averaging 6,807 miles per year, below 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 WHA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,198 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,253 |
| Average per year | 6,807 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 WHA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 WHA
What car is BG51 WHA?
BG51 WHA is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 WHA?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 WHA was 68,198 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 WHA passed its MOT?
BG51 WHA has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2015.
Is BG51 WHA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 WHA 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 WHA?
BG51 WHA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.