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NG51 CYJ

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 195,452 miles on the clock, averaging 8,444 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 NG51 CYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
195,452
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,444

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 reading195,452 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,444
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NG51 CYJ 85k113k140k168k195k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage195,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage195,452 miles
Since last MOT+4,240 miles
PASS
Mileage191,212 miles
Since last MOT+4,157 miles
PASS
Mileage187,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,055 miles
Since last MOT+6,477 miles
PASS
Mileage180,578 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,575 miles
Since last MOT+4,675 miles
PASS
Mileage175,900 miles
Since last MOT+7,473 miles
PASS
Mileage168,427 miles
Since last MOT+8,853 miles
PASS
Mileage159,574 miles
Since last MOT+13,340 miles
PASS
Mileage146,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,234 miles
Since last MOT+7,852 miles
PASS
Mileage138,382 miles
Since last MOT+13,753 miles
PASS
Mileage124,629 miles
Since last MOT+16,707 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,922 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
PASS
Mileage101,199 miles
Since last MOT+11,576 miles
PASS
Mileage89,623 miles
Since last MOT+4,586 miles
PASS
Mileage85,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,037 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

RegistrationNG51 CYJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeNG — Newcastle, North
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About NG51 CYJ

What car is NG51 CYJ?

NG51 CYJ is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2001.

What is the mileage of NG51 CYJ?

The last recorded mileage for NG51 CYJ was 195,452 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NG51 CYJ passed its MOT?

NG51 CYJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2019.

Is NG51 CYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG51 CYJ 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 NG51 CYJ?

NG51 CYJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.