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LS51 OBW

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 115,259 miles on the clock, averaging 7,904 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 OBW

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,259
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,904

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,259 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,278
Average per year7,904
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS51 OBW 53k68k84k100k115k '05'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,259 miles
Since last MOT+7,278 miles
PASS
Mileage107,981 miles
Since last MOT+5,114 miles
PASS
Mileage102,867 miles
Since last MOT+5,931 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,936 miles
Since last MOT+5,403 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,533 miles
Since last MOT+5,246 miles
PASS
Mileage86,287 miles
Since last MOT+7,833 miles
PASS
Mileage78,454 miles
Since last MOT+10,386 miles
PASS
Mileage68,068 miles
Since last MOT+15,519 miles
PASS
Mileage52,549 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 OBW
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 OBW

What car is LS51 OBW?

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

What is the mileage of LS51 OBW?

The last recorded mileage for LS51 OBW was 115,259 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS51 OBW passed its MOT?

LS51 OBW has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2013.

Is LS51 OBW ULEZ compliant?

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

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