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KV51 TMX

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 193,861 miles on the clock, averaging 7,924 miles per year, around 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 TMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,861
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,924

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading193,861 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,921
Average per year7,924
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KV51 TMX 84k111k139k166k194k '05'19'13

Check KV51 TMX

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,861 miles
Since last MOT+6,921 miles
PASS
Mileage186,940 miles
Since last MOT+10,598 miles
PASS
Mileage176,342 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,297 miles
Since last MOT+13,163 miles
PASS
Mileage163,134 miles
Since last MOT+14,259 miles
PASS
Mileage148,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,875 miles
Since last MOT+8,530 miles
PASS
Mileage140,345 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,345 miles
Since last MOT+7,239 miles
PASS
Mileage133,106 miles
Since last MOT+5,730 miles
PASS
Mileage127,376 miles
Since last MOT+4,876 miles
PASS
Mileage122,500 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage116,777 miles
Since last MOT+5,653 miles
PASS
Mileage111,124 miles
Since last MOT+6,895 miles
PASS
Mileage104,229 miles
Since last MOT+7,147 miles
PASS
Mileage97,082 miles
Since last MOT+6,356 miles
PASS
Mileage90,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,726 miles
Since last MOT+6,961 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,765 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 TMX
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 TMX

What car is KV51 TMX?

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

What is the mileage of KV51 TMX?

The last recorded mileage for KV51 TMX was 193,861 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV51 TMX passed its MOT?

KV51 TMX has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2019.

Is KV51 TMX ULEZ compliant?

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

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