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NJ51 LBX

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 108,969 miles on the clock, averaging 7,008 miles per year, 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 NJ51 LBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,969
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,008

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

Below average
Latest reading108,969 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,008
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NJ51 LBX 58k71k84k96k109k '06'13'11

Check NJ51 LBX

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,969 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,969 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage98,826 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,804 miles
Since last MOT+8,197 miles
PASS
Mileage90,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,607 miles
Since last MOT+7,572 miles
PASS
Mileage83,035 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,035 miles
Since last MOT+5,057 miles
PASS
Mileage77,978 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage63,968 miles
Since last MOT+5,543 miles
PASS
Mileage58,425 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

RegistrationNJ51 LBX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About NJ51 LBX

What car is NJ51 LBX?

NJ51 LBX is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2001.

What is the mileage of NJ51 LBX?

The last recorded mileage for NJ51 LBX was 108,969 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ51 LBX passed its MOT?

NJ51 LBX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2013.

Is NJ51 LBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ51 LBX 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 NJ51 LBX?

NJ51 LBX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.