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LR51 WDM

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 205,910 miles on the clock, averaging 15,939 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 WDM

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,910
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
15,939

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 reading205,910 miles
Reading date
Average per year15,939
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR51 WDM 63k98k134k170k206k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage205,910 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage205,910 miles
Since last MOT+7,798 miles
PASS
Mileage198,112 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage198,112 miles
Since last MOT+7,951 miles
PASS
Mileage190,161 miles
Since last MOT+7,349 miles
PASS
Mileage182,812 miles
Since last MOT+958 miles
PASS
Mileage181,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,854 miles
Since last MOT+7,990 miles
PASS
Mileage173,864 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,860 miles
Since last MOT+98,780 miles
PASS
Mileage75,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,080 miles
Since last MOT+12,526 miles
PASS
Mileage62,554 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 WDM
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 WDM

What car is LR51 WDM?

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

What is the mileage of LR51 WDM?

The last recorded mileage for LR51 WDM was 205,910 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR51 WDM passed its MOT?

LR51 WDM has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2015.

Is LR51 WDM ULEZ compliant?

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

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