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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 187,180 miles on the clock, averaging 9,947 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EF51 VCL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,180 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,703 |
| Average per year | 9,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EF51 VCL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EF51 VCL
What car is EF51 VCL?
EF51 VCL is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EF51 VCL?
The last recorded mileage for EF51 VCL was 187,180 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF51 VCL passed its MOT?
EF51 VCL has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2020.
Is EF51 VCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 VCL 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 EF51 VCL?
EF51 VCL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.