Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1753cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 116,417 miles on the clock, averaging 2,853 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for MD51 ABU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 116,417 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,006 |
| Average per year | 2,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MD51 ABU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MD51 ABU
What car is MD51 ABU?
MD51 ABU is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MD51 ABU?
The last recorded mileage for MD51 ABU was 116,417 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD51 ABU passed its MOT?
MD51 ABU has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2011.
Is MD51 ABU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD51 ABU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MD51 ABU?
MD51 ABU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.