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FN51 TNL

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 207,249 miles on the clock, averaging 6,732 miles per year, below 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 TNL

MOT Status
Due date passed
207,249
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,732

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading207,249 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,732
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN51 TNL 123k144k165k186k207k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage207,249 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage207,244 miles
Since last MOT+3,475 miles
PASS
Mileage203,769 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage203,761 miles
Since last MOT+4,411 miles
PASS
Mileage199,350 miles
Since last MOT+3,959 miles
PASS
Mileage195,391 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,388 miles
Since last MOT+5,496 miles
PASS
Mileage189,892 miles
Since last MOT+5,775 miles
PASS
Mileage184,117 miles
Since last MOT+3,673 miles
PASS
Mileage180,444 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,434 miles
Since last MOT+5,521 miles
PASS
Mileage174,913 miles
Since last MOT+5,607 miles
PASS
Mileage169,306 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage169,306 miles
Since last MOT+8,855 miles
PASS
Mileage160,451 miles
Since last MOT+17,303 miles
PASS
Mileage143,148 miles
Since last MOT+6,999 miles
PASS
Mileage136,149 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,149 miles
Since last MOT+13,189 miles
PASS
Mileage122,960 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,949 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 TNL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 TNL

What car is FN51 TNL?

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

What is the mileage of FN51 TNL?

The last recorded mileage for FN51 TNL was 207,249 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN51 TNL passed its MOT?

FN51 TNL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2019.

Is FN51 TNL ULEZ compliant?

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

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