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FN51 RVF

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 176,290 miles on the clock, averaging 16,289 miles per year, above 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 FN51 RVF

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,290
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
16,289

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading176,290 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year16,289
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN51 RVF 93k114k135k156k176k '05'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,290 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,289 miles
Since last MOT+16,289 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,000 miles
Since last MOT+17,061 miles
PASS
Mileage142,939 miles
Since last MOT+13,520 miles
PASS
Mileage129,419 miles
Since last MOT+16,615 miles
PASS
Mileage112,804 miles
PASS
Mileage931,201 miles
Since last MOT+838,002 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,199 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

RegistrationFN51 RVF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FN51 RVF

What car is FN51 RVF?

FN51 RVF is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.

What is the mileage of FN51 RVF?

The last recorded mileage for FN51 RVF was 176,290 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN51 RVF passed its MOT?

FN51 RVF has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2011.

Is FN51 RVF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN51 RVF 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 FN51 RVF?

FN51 RVF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.