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BK51 FKH

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 181,231 miles on the clock, averaging 11,673 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 BK51 FKH

MOT Status
Due date passed
181,231
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,673

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading181,231 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,455
Average per year11,673
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BK51 FKH 44k79k113k147k181k '05'17'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage181,231 miles
Since last MOT+12,455 miles
PASS
Mileage168,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,776 miles
Since last MOT+10,261 miles
PASS
Mileage158,515 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,437 miles
Since last MOT+12,237 miles
PASS
Mileage146,200 miles
Since last MOT+5,356 miles
PASS
Mileage140,844 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,844 miles
Since last MOT+30,187 miles
PASS
Mileage110,657 miles
Since last MOT+24,225 miles
PASS
Mileage86,432 miles
Since last MOT+15,762 miles
PASS
Mileage70,670 miles
Since last MOT+13,122 miles
PASS
Mileage57,548 miles
Since last MOT+13,263 miles
PASS
Mileage44,285 miles

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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

RegistrationBK51 FKH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeBK — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BK51 FKH

What car is BK51 FKH?

BK51 FKH is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.

What is the mileage of BK51 FKH?

The last recorded mileage for BK51 FKH was 181,231 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BK51 FKH passed its MOT?

BK51 FKH has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 20 Jun 2017.

Is BK51 FKH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK51 FKH 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 BK51 FKH?

BK51 FKH is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.