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 Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 136,850 miles on the clock, averaging 8,081 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 EY51 VLC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,850 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 132 |
| Average per year | 8,081 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
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
| Registration | EY51 VLC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EY51 VLC
What car is EY51 VLC?
EY51 VLC is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EY51 VLC?
The last recorded mileage for EY51 VLC was 136,850 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY51 VLC passed its MOT?
EY51 VLC has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2019.
Is EY51 VLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY51 VLC 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 EY51 VLC?
EY51 VLC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.