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LB51 AYV

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 190,357 miles on the clock, averaging 10,109 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 LB51 AYV

MOT Status
Due date passed
190,357
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,109

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 reading190,357 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,308
Average per year10,109
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB51 AYV 118k136k154k172k190k '05'12'09

Check LB51 AYV

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage190,357 miles
Since last MOT+7,308 miles
PASS
Mileage183,049 miles
Since last MOT+7,097 miles
PASS
Mileage175,952 miles
Since last MOT+7,037 miles
PASS
Mileage168,915 miles
Since last MOT+7,243 miles
PASS
Mileage161,672 miles
Since last MOT+8,970 miles
PASS
Mileage152,702 miles
Since last MOT+5,312 miles
PASS
Mileage147,390 miles
Since last MOT+29,521 miles
PASS
Mileage117,869 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

RegistrationLB51 AYV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LB51 AYV

What car is LB51 AYV?

LB51 AYV is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.

What is the mileage of LB51 AYV?

The last recorded mileage for LB51 AYV was 190,357 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB51 AYV passed its MOT?

LB51 AYV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 6 Nov 2012.

Is LB51 AYV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB51 AYV 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 LB51 AYV?

LB51 AYV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.