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KV51 TGO

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 7 and failing 8 (47% pass rate). It has 170,601 miles on the clock, averaging 12,008 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 KV51 TGO

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,601
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
47%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
12,008

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading170,601 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year12,008
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV51 TGO 86k107k129k150k171k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,601 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,599 miles
Since last MOT+4,818 miles
PASS
Mileage165,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,781 miles
Since last MOT+21,365 miles
PASS
Mileage144,416 miles
Since last MOT+249 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,167 miles
Since last MOT+9,343 miles
PASS
Mileage134,824 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,824 miles
Since last MOT+22,015 miles
PASS
Mileage112,809 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,809 miles
Since last MOT+12,139 miles
PASS
Mileage110,670 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,670 miles
Since last MOT+13,273 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,397 miles
Since last MOT+10,994 miles
PASS
Mileage86,403 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,401 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

RegistrationKV51 TGO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About KV51 TGO

What car is KV51 TGO?

KV51 TGO is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2001.

What is the mileage of KV51 TGO?

The last recorded mileage for KV51 TGO was 170,601 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV51 TGO passed its MOT?

KV51 TGO has had 15 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (7 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2013.

Is KV51 TGO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV51 TGO 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 KV51 TGO?

KV51 TGO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.