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NX51 EFL

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Stockton, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 124,637 miles on the clock, averaging 8,877 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 NX51 EFL

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,637
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,877

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 reading124,637 miles
Reading date
Miles last year59
Average per year8,877
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NX51 EFL 71k85k98k111k125k '06'12'10

Check NX51 EFL

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,637 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,578 miles
Since last MOT+14,660 miles
PASS
Mileage109,918 miles
Since last MOT+13,272 miles
PASS
Mileage96,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,646 miles
Since last MOT+7,395 miles
PASS
Mileage89,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,637 miles
PASS
Mileage84,614 miles
Since last MOT+4,472 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,142 miles
Since last MOT+8,843 miles
PASS
Mileage71,299 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

RegistrationNX51 EFL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeNX — Stockton, North
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About NX51 EFL

What car is NX51 EFL?

NX51 EFL is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stockton in 2001.

What is the mileage of NX51 EFL?

The last recorded mileage for NX51 EFL was 124,637 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NX51 EFL passed its MOT?

NX51 EFL has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2012.

Is NX51 EFL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NX51 EFL 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 NX51 EFL?

NX51 EFL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.