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LS51 OBG

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 100,690 miles on the clock, averaging 4,907 miles per year, well 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 LS51 OBG

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,690
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,907

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading100,690 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,931
Average per year4,907
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS51 OBG 32k49k66k83k101k '05'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage100,690 miles
Since last MOT+3,931 miles
PASS
Mileage96,759 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,758 miles
Since last MOT+7,232 miles
PASS
Mileage89,526 miles
Since last MOT+124 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,402 miles
Since last MOT+7,041 miles
PASS
Mileage82,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,361 miles
Since last MOT+5,904 miles
PASS
Mileage76,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,457 miles
Since last MOT+4,930 miles
PASS
Mileage71,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,527 miles
Since last MOT+4,984 miles
PASS
Mileage66,543 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,543 miles
Since last MOT+4,180 miles
PASS
Mileage62,363 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,354 miles
Since last MOT+2,312 miles
PASS
Mileage60,042 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,042 miles
Since last MOT+2,636 miles
PASS
Mileage57,406 miles
Since last MOT+4,082 miles
PASS
Mileage53,324 miles
Since last MOT+5,317 miles
PASS
Mileage48,007 miles
Since last MOT+5,829 miles
PASS
Mileage42,178 miles
Since last MOT+5,634 miles
PASS
Mileage36,544 miles
Since last MOT+4,734 miles
PASS
Mileage31,810 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 OBG
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 OBG

What car is LS51 OBG?

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

What is the mileage of LS51 OBG?

The last recorded mileage for LS51 OBG was 100,690 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS51 OBG passed its MOT?

LS51 OBG has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 7 Nov 2019.

Is LS51 OBG ULEZ compliant?

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

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