Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 98,160 miles on the clock, averaging 4,921 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for FM51 VYG
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,921 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM51 VYG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FM51 VYG
What car is FM51 VYG?
FM51 VYG is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of FM51 VYG?
The last recorded mileage for FM51 VYG was 98,160 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM51 VYG passed its MOT?
FM51 VYG has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2017.
Is FM51 VYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 VYG 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 FM51 VYG?
FM51 VYG is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.