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HX51 NNU

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 173,801 miles on the clock, averaging 10,504 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 HX51 NNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,801
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
10,504

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,801 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,504
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HX51 NNU 89k110k132k153k174k '06'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,801 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,801 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage173,793 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,793 miles
Since last MOT+12,209 miles
PASS
Mileage161,584 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,584 miles
Since last MOT+24,331 miles
PASS
Mileage137,253 miles
Since last MOT+47,973 miles
PASS
Mileage89,280 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

RegistrationHX51 NNU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeHX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About HX51 NNU

What car is HX51 NNU?

HX51 NNU is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.

What is the mileage of HX51 NNU?

The last recorded mileage for HX51 NNU was 173,801 miles, recorded on 19 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HX51 NNU passed its MOT?

HX51 NNU has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2014.

Is HX51 NNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX51 NNU 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 HX51 NNU?

HX51 NNU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.