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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 122,169 miles on the clock, averaging 13,178 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 BK51 YBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,650 |
| Average per year | 13,178 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BK51 YBU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BK51 YBU
What car is BK51 YBU?
BK51 YBU is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BK51 YBU?
The last recorded mileage for BK51 YBU was 122,169 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK51 YBU passed its MOT?
BK51 YBU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2014.
Is BK51 YBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK51 YBU 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 BK51 YBU?
BK51 YBU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.