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 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 180,358 miles on the clock, averaging 12,389 miles per year, above 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 XBS
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 XBS |
| 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 XBS
What car is BG51 XBS?
BG51 XBS is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 XBS?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 XBS was 180,358 miles, recorded on 5 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 XBS passed its MOT?
BG51 XBS has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2015.
Is BG51 XBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 XBS 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 XBS?
BG51 XBS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.