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DK51 FXJ

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 139,402 miles on the clock, averaging 8,578 miles per year, around 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 DK51 FXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,402
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,578

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading139,402 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,926
Average per year8,578
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DK51 FXJ 44k68k92k116k139k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,402 miles
Since last MOT+3,926 miles
PASS
Mileage135,476 miles
Since last MOT+6,039 miles
PASS
Mileage129,437 miles
Since last MOT+8,727 miles
PASS
Mileage120,710 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,710 miles
Since last MOT+8,377 miles
PASS
Mileage112,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,333 miles
Since last MOT+7,060 miles
PASS
Mileage105,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,273 miles
Since last MOT+9,397 miles
PASS
Mileage95,876 miles
Since last MOT+7,226 miles
PASS
Mileage88,650 miles
Since last MOT+9,592 miles
PASS
Mileage79,058 miles
Since last MOT+11,679 miles
PASS
Mileage67,379 miles
Since last MOT+10,977 miles
PASS
Mileage56,402 miles
Since last MOT+12,324 miles
PASS
Mileage44,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,078 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

RegistrationDK51 FXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeDK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About DK51 FXJ

What car is DK51 FXJ?

DK51 FXJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2001.

What is the mileage of DK51 FXJ?

The last recorded mileage for DK51 FXJ was 139,402 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DK51 FXJ passed its MOT?

DK51 FXJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2017.

Is DK51 FXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK51 FXJ 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 DK51 FXJ?

DK51 FXJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.