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LR51 OBJ

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Stanmore, 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 193,582 miles on the clock, averaging 14,945 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 LR51 OBJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,582
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
14,945

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading193,582 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,153
Average per year14,945
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR51 OBJ 65k97k129k161k194k '05'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,582 miles
Since last MOT+20,153 miles
PASS
Mileage173,429 miles
Since last MOT+16,755 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,674 miles
Since last MOT+9,188 miles
PASS
Mileage147,486 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,486 miles
Since last MOT+30,632 miles
PASS
Mileage116,854 miles
Since last MOT+12,942 miles
PASS
Mileage103,912 miles
Since last MOT+11,647 miles
PASS
Mileage92,265 miles
Since last MOT+12,844 miles
PASS
Mileage79,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,421 miles
Since last MOT+14,204 miles
PASS
Mileage65,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,217 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 OBJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LR51 OBJ

What car is LR51 OBJ?

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

What is the mileage of LR51 OBJ?

The last recorded mileage for LR51 OBJ was 193,582 miles, recorded on 28 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR51 OBJ passed its MOT?

LR51 OBJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2014.

Is LR51 OBJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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