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 Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 191,565 miles on the clock, averaging 12,059 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 BG51 WNO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,846 |
| Average per year | 12,059 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
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
| Registration | BG51 WNO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 WNO
What car is BG51 WNO?
BG51 WNO is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 WNO?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 WNO was 191,565 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 WNO passed its MOT?
BG51 WNO has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 6 Sep 2016.
Is BG51 WNO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 WNO 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 BG51 WNO?
BG51 WNO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.