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LS51 OBF

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 190,999 miles on the clock, averaging 8,624 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 LS51 OBF

MOT Status
Due date passed
190,999
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
8,624

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading190,999 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,314
Average per year8,624
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS51 OBF 102k124k147k169k191k '05'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage190,999 miles
Since last MOT+8,314 miles
PASS
Mileage182,685 miles
Since last MOT+2,593 miles
PASS
Mileage180,092 miles
Since last MOT+3,306 miles
PASS
Mileage176,786 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,780 miles
Since last MOT+3,381 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,399 miles
Since last MOT+3,622 miles
PASS
Mileage169,777 miles
Since last MOT+16,642 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,135 miles
Since last MOT+17,897 miles
PASS
Mileage135,238 miles
Since last MOT+3,832 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,406 miles
Since last MOT+4,402 miles
PASS
Mileage127,004 miles
Since last MOT+24,784 miles
PASS
Mileage102,220 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

RegistrationLS51 OBF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LS51 OBF

What car is LS51 OBF?

LS51 OBF is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2001.

What is the mileage of LS51 OBF?

The last recorded mileage for LS51 OBF was 190,999 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS51 OBF passed its MOT?

LS51 OBF has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2016.

Is LS51 OBF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS51 OBF 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 LS51 OBF?

LS51 OBF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.