Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 176,561 miles on the clock, averaging 12,347 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for HX51 VTL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,000 |
| Average per year | 12,347 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HX51 VTL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HX51 VTL
What car is HX51 VTL?
HX51 VTL is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HX51 VTL?
The last recorded mileage for HX51 VTL was 176,561 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HX51 VTL passed its MOT?
HX51 VTL has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jul 2013.
Is HX51 VTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX51 VTL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HX51 VTL?
HX51 VTL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.