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GY51 LZC

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 189,438 miles on the clock, averaging 14,691 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 GY51 LZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
189,438
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
54%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
14,691

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading189,438 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,691
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY51 LZC 88k113k139k164k189k '05'12'08

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage189,438 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage189,438 miles
Since last MOT+8,568 miles
PASS
Mileage180,870 miles
Since last MOT+146 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,724 miles
Since last MOT+8,212 miles
PASS
Mileage172,512 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,512 miles
Since last MOT+22,251 miles
PASS
Mileage150,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,261 miles
Since last MOT+21,162 miles
PASS
Mileage129,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,099 miles
Since last MOT+25,464 miles
PASS
Mileage103,635 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,635 miles
Since last MOT+15,804 miles
PASS
Mileage87,831 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

RegistrationGY51 LZC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About GY51 LZC

What car is GY51 LZC?

GY51 LZC is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.

What is the mileage of GY51 LZC?

The last recorded mileage for GY51 LZC was 189,438 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY51 LZC passed its MOT?

GY51 LZC has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2012.

Is GY51 LZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY51 LZC 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 GY51 LZC?

GY51 LZC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.