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LB51 WPM

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Wimbledon, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 78,997 miles on the clock, averaging 580 miles per year, well below 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 WPM

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,997
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
580

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,997 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year580
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB51 WPM 75k76k77k78k79k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,997 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,977 miles
PASS
Mileage148,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,498 miles
Since last MOT+4,371 miles
PASS
Mileage144,127 miles
Since last MOT+5,216 miles
PASS
Mileage138,911 miles
Since last MOT+21,310 miles
PASS
Mileage117,601 miles
Since last MOT+14,406 miles
PASS
Mileage103,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,195 miles
Since last MOT+17,584 miles
PASS
Mileage85,611 miles
Since last MOT+10,761 miles
PASS
Mileage74,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,850 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 WPM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LB51 WPM

What car is LB51 WPM?

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

What is the mileage of LB51 WPM?

The last recorded mileage for LB51 WPM was 78,997 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB51 WPM passed its MOT?

LB51 WPM has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2013.

Is LB51 WPM ULEZ compliant?

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

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