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FP51 NPA

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 143,658 miles on the clock, averaging 53 miles per year, well 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 FP51 NPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,658
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
53

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading143,658 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,762
Average per year53
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP51 NPA 143k143k143k144k144k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,658 miles
Since last MOT+7,762 miles
PASS
Mileage135,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,896 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,879 miles
Since last MOT+15,022 miles
PASS
Mileage120,857 miles
Since last MOT+11,477 miles
PASS
Mileage109,380 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,359 miles
Since last MOT+12,943 miles
PASS
Mileage96,416 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,412 miles
Since last MOT+10,012 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,400 miles
Since last MOT+13,253 miles
PASS
Mileage73,147 miles
PASS
Mileage148,713 miles
Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
Mileage147,124 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,021 miles
Since last MOT+3,881 miles
PASS
Mileage143,140 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

RegistrationFP51 NPA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FP51 NPA

What car is FP51 NPA?

FP51 NPA is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.

What is the mileage of FP51 NPA?

The last recorded mileage for FP51 NPA was 143,658 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP51 NPA passed its MOT?

FP51 NPA has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2016.

Is FP51 NPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP51 NPA 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 FP51 NPA?

FP51 NPA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.