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MT51 OUM

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 194,109 miles on the clock, averaging 7,937 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 MT51 OUM

MOT Status
Due date passed
194,109
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,937

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading194,109 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,937
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT51 OUM 116k136k155k175k194k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage194,109 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage194,109 miles
Since last MOT+4,253 miles
PASS
Mileage189,856 miles
Since last MOT+3,797 miles
PASS
Mileage186,059 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage180,234 miles
Since last MOT+5,270 miles
PASS
Mileage174,964 miles
Since last MOT+6,643 miles
PASS
Mileage168,321 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,321 miles
Since last MOT+8,160 miles
PASS
Mileage160,161 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage151,670 miles
Since last MOT+11,762 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,908 miles
Since last MOT+13,130 miles
PASS
Mileage126,778 miles
Since last MOT+10,397 miles
PASS
Mileage116,381 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

RegistrationMT51 OUM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About MT51 OUM

What car is MT51 OUM?

MT51 OUM is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.

What is the mileage of MT51 OUM?

The last recorded mileage for MT51 OUM was 194,109 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT51 OUM passed its MOT?

MT51 OUM has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2016.

Is MT51 OUM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT51 OUM 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 MT51 OUM?

MT51 OUM is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.