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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 65,361 miles on the clock, averaging 1,937 miles per year, well 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 OU51 YDS
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,361 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,998 |
| Average per year | 1,937 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 YDS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YDS
What car is OU51 YDS?
OU51 YDS is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2001.
What is the mileage of OU51 YDS?
The last recorded mileage for OU51 YDS was 65,361 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU51 YDS passed its MOT?
OU51 YDS has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Sep 2020.
Is OU51 YDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU51 YDS 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 YDS?
OU51 YDS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.