Vehicle summary
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 149,744 miles on the clock, averaging 10,350 miles per year, above 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 OU51 LFV
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,744 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | OU51 LFV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About OU51 LFV
What car is OU51 LFV?
OU51 LFV is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2001.
What is the mileage of OU51 LFV?
The last recorded mileage for OU51 LFV was 149,744 miles, recorded on 22 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU51 LFV passed its MOT?
OU51 LFV has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2015.
Is OU51 LFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU51 LFV 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 OU51 LFV?
OU51 LFV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.