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MU51 TWM

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 133,970 miles on the clock, averaging 7,984 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 MU51 TWM

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,970
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,984

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading133,970 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,812
Average per year7,984
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MU51 TWM 62k80k98k116k134k '06'15'11

Check MU51 TWM

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,970 miles
Since last MOT+10,812 miles
PASS
Mileage123,158 miles
Since last MOT+8,642 miles
PASS
Mileage114,516 miles
Since last MOT+7,857 miles
PASS
Mileage106,659 miles
Since last MOT+7,237 miles
PASS
Mileage99,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,422 miles
Since last MOT+9,181 miles
PASS
Mileage90,241 miles
Since last MOT+8,667 miles
PASS
Mileage81,574 miles
Since last MOT+6,133 miles
PASS
Mileage75,441 miles
Since last MOT+7,158 miles
PASS
Mileage68,283 miles
Since last MOT+6,075 miles
PASS
Mileage62,208 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

RegistrationMU51 TWM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeMU — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About MU51 TWM

What car is MU51 TWM?

MU51 TWM is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.

What is the mileage of MU51 TWM?

The last recorded mileage for MU51 TWM was 133,970 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MU51 TWM passed its MOT?

MU51 TWM has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Mar 2015.

Is MU51 TWM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MU51 TWM 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 MU51 TWM?

MU51 TWM is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.