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CE51 CXB

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 171,242 miles on the clock, averaging 11,898 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for CE51 CXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,242
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,898

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading171,242 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,898
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CE51 CXB 50k80k111k141k171k '06'16'12

Check CE51 CXB

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,242 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage171,242 miles
Since last MOT+10,528 miles
PASS
Mileage160,714 miles
Since last MOT+15,407 miles
PASS
Mileage145,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,307 miles
Since last MOT+12,962 miles
PASS
Mileage132,345 miles
Since last MOT+10,862 miles
PASS
Mileage121,483 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,296 miles
Since last MOT+11,140 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,156 miles
Since last MOT+10,430 miles
PASS
Mileage99,726 miles
Since last MOT+14,969 miles
PASS
Mileage84,757 miles
Since last MOT+10,763 miles
PASS
Mileage73,994 miles
Since last MOT+11,898 miles
PASS
Mileage62,096 miles
Since last MOT+11,862 miles
PASS
Mileage50,234 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 CXB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About CE51 CXB

What car is CE51 CXB?

CE51 CXB is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2001.

What is the mileage of CE51 CXB?

The last recorded mileage for CE51 CXB was 171,242 miles, recorded on 17 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE51 CXB passed its MOT?

CE51 CXB has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2016.

Is CE51 CXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE51 CXB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CE51 CXB?

CE51 CXB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.