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BK51 FVT

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 88,357 miles on the clock, averaging 11,017 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 FVT

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,357
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
11,017

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading88,357 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,070
Average per year11,017
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BK51 FVT 44k55k66k77k88k '06'10'08

Check BK51 FVT

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,357 miles
Since last MOT+12,070 miles
PASS
Mileage76,287 miles
Since last MOT+11,011 miles
PASS
Mileage65,276 miles
Since last MOT+9,458 miles
PASS
Mileage55,818 miles
Since last MOT+12,012 miles
PASS
Mileage43,806 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 FVT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeBK — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BK51 FVT

What car is BK51 FVT?

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

What is the mileage of BK51 FVT?

The last recorded mileage for BK51 FVT was 88,357 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BK51 FVT passed its MOT?

BK51 FVT has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2010.

Is BK51 FVT ULEZ compliant?

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

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