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 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 94,752 miles on the clock, averaging 6,260 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BN51 GAU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,752 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 150 |
| Average per year | 6,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN51 GAU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BN51 GAU
What car is BN51 GAU?
BN51 GAU is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BN51 GAU?
The last recorded mileage for BN51 GAU was 94,752 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN51 GAU passed its MOT?
BN51 GAU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2018.
Is BN51 GAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 GAU 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 BN51 GAU?
BN51 GAU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.