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LC51 UPW

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Wimbledon, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 109,741 miles on the clock, averaging 8,101 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 LC51 UPW

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,741
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
8,101

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading109,741 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,101
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC51 UPW 77k85k93k102k110k '06'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,741 miles
Since last MOT+6,950 miles
PASS
Mileage102,791 miles
Since last MOT+9,012 miles
PASS
Mileage93,779 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,056 miles
Since last MOT+9,875 miles
PASS
Mileage77,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,181 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

RegistrationLC51 UPW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LC51 UPW

What car is LC51 UPW?

LC51 UPW is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.

What is the mileage of LC51 UPW?

The last recorded mileage for LC51 UPW was 109,741 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC51 UPW passed its MOT?

LC51 UPW has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2010.

Is LC51 UPW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC51 UPW 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 LC51 UPW?

LC51 UPW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.