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EF51 UTC

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 90,732 miles on the clock, averaging 5,306 miles per year, below 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 EF51 UTC

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,732
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,306

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading90,732 miles
Reading date
Miles last year226
Average per year5,306
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF51 UTC 54k64k73k82k91k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,732 miles
Since last MOT+226 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,506 miles
Since last MOT+5,166 miles
PASS
Mileage85,340 miles
Since last MOT+5,132 miles
PASS
Mileage80,208 miles
Since last MOT+4,635 miles
PASS
Mileage75,573 miles
Since last MOT+7,747 miles
PASS
Mileage67,826 miles
Since last MOT+6,840 miles
PASS
Mileage60,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage60,986 miles
Since last MOT+1,088 miles
PASS
Mileage59,898 miles
Since last MOT+5,440 miles
PASS
Mileage54,458 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

RegistrationEF51 UTC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EF51 UTC

What car is EF51 UTC?

EF51 UTC is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.

What is the mileage of EF51 UTC?

The last recorded mileage for EF51 UTC was 90,732 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF51 UTC passed its MOT?

EF51 UTC has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Aug 2013.

Is EF51 UTC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 UTC 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 EF51 UTC?

EF51 UTC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.