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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 75,453 miles on the clock, averaging 4,042 miles per year, well below 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 VTU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,042 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HX51 VTU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VTU
What car is HX51 VTU?
HX51 VTU is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HX51 VTU?
The last recorded mileage for HX51 VTU was 75,453 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HX51 VTU passed its MOT?
HX51 VTU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2018.
Is HX51 VTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX51 VTU 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 VTU?
HX51 VTU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.