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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 72,448 miles on the clock, averaging 2,177 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BT51 AYO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,065 |
| Average per year | 2,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BT51 AYO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BT51 AYO
What car is BT51 AYO?
BT51 AYO is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BT51 AYO?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 AYO was 72,448 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 AYO passed its MOT?
BT51 AYO has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.
Is BT51 AYO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 AYO 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 BT51 AYO?
BT51 AYO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.