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 89,606 miles on the clock, averaging 2,939 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EX51 HRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,606 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,106 |
| Average per year | 2,939 |
| 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 | EX51 HRU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EX51 HRU
What car is EX51 HRU?
EX51 HRU is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EX51 HRU?
The last recorded mileage for EX51 HRU was 89,606 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX51 HRU passed its MOT?
EX51 HRU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 5 Jul 2021.
Is EX51 HRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX51 HRU 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 EX51 HRU?
EX51 HRU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.