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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 130,103 miles on the clock, averaging 4,808 miles per year, well 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 GXL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 130,103 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,808 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 GXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 GXL
What car is BN51 GXL?
BN51 GXL is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BN51 GXL?
The last recorded mileage for BN51 GXL was 130,103 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN51 GXL passed its MOT?
BN51 GXL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2021.
Is BN51 GXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 GXL 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 GXL?
BN51 GXL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.