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LS51 OYE

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 163,857 miles on the clock, averaging 3,514 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 OYE

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,857
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,514

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading163,857 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,514
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LS51 OYE 132k140k148k156k164k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,857 miles
Since last MOT+2,562 miles
PASS
Mileage161,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,295 miles
Since last MOT+5,271 miles
PASS
Mileage156,024 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,024 miles
Since last MOT+2,685 miles
PASS
Mileage153,339 miles
Since last MOT+2,443 miles
PASS
Mileage150,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,896 miles
Since last MOT+2,558 miles
PASS
Mileage148,338 miles
Since last MOT+3,801 miles
PASS
Mileage144,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,537 miles
Since last MOT+2,879 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,221 miles
PASS
Mileage138,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,437 miles
Since last MOT+6,894 miles
PASS
Mileage131,543 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,543 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 OYE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LS51 OYE

What car is LS51 OYE?

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

What is the mileage of LS51 OYE?

The last recorded mileage for LS51 OYE was 163,857 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS51 OYE passed its MOT?

LS51 OYE has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2016.

Is LS51 OYE ULEZ compliant?

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

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