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 1596cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 72,894 miles on the clock, averaging 1,962 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 XBM
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,894 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 746 |
| Average per year | 1,962 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG51 XBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 XBM
What car is BG51 XBM?
BG51 XBM is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 XBM?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 XBM was 72,894 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 XBM passed its MOT?
BG51 XBM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2018.
Is BG51 XBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 XBM 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 XBM?
BG51 XBM is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.