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LR51 CYJ

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 91,258 miles on the clock, averaging 5,628 miles per year, 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 LR51 CYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,258
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2005
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
5,628

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,258 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,739
Average per year5,628
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR51 CYJ 63k70k77k84k91k '05'10'08

Check LR51 CYJ

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,258 miles
Since last MOT+3,739 miles
PASS
Mileage87,519 miles
Since last MOT+5,002 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,517 miles
Since last MOT+8,187 miles
PASS
Mileage74,330 miles
Since last MOT+4,323 miles
PASS
Mileage70,007 miles
Since last MOT+3,838 miles
PASS
Mileage66,169 miles
Since last MOT+3,050 miles
PASS
Mileage63,119 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

RegistrationLR51 CYJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LR51 CYJ

What car is LR51 CYJ?

LR51 CYJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2001.

What is the mileage of LR51 CYJ?

The last recorded mileage for LR51 CYJ was 91,258 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR51 CYJ passed its MOT?

LR51 CYJ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Aug 2010.

Is LR51 CYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR51 CYJ 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 LR51 CYJ?

LR51 CYJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.