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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 109,239 miles on the clock, averaging 8,633 miles per year, around 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 NCU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,633 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN51 NCU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 NCU
What car is BN51 NCU?
BN51 NCU is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BN51 NCU?
The last recorded mileage for BN51 NCU was 109,239 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN51 NCU passed its MOT?
BN51 NCU has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2013.
Is BN51 NCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 NCU 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 NCU?
BN51 NCU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.