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CV51 XZW

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 182,214 miles on the clock, averaging 12,116 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 CV51 XZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,214
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,116

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 reading182,214 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,623
Average per year12,116
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV51 XZW 62k92k122k152k182k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,214 miles
Since last MOT+10,623 miles
PASS
Mileage171,591 miles
Since last MOT+8,299 miles
PASS
Mileage163,292 miles
Since last MOT+7,232 miles
PASS
Mileage156,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,491 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,569 miles
Since last MOT+4,754 miles
PASS
Mileage144,815 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,779 miles
Since last MOT+16,442 miles
PASS
Mileage128,337 miles
Since last MOT+16,464 miles
PASS
Mileage111,873 miles
Since last MOT+15,474 miles
PASS
Mileage96,399 miles
Since last MOT+17,314 miles
PASS
Mileage79,085 miles
Since last MOT+17,385 miles
PASS
Mileage61,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,700 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

RegistrationCV51 XZW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About CV51 XZW

What car is CV51 XZW?

CV51 XZW is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2001.

What is the mileage of CV51 XZW?

The last recorded mileage for CV51 XZW was 182,214 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV51 XZW passed its MOT?

CV51 XZW has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2016.

Is CV51 XZW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV51 XZW 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 CV51 XZW?

CV51 XZW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.