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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 68,792 miles on the clock, averaging 2,955 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for PB51 BBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,792 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,955 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PB51 BBY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PB — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About PB51 BBY
What car is PB51 BBY?
PB51 BBY is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PB51 BBY?
The last recorded mileage for PB51 BBY was 68,792 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PB51 BBY passed its MOT?
PB51 BBY has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is PB51 BBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PB51 BBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PB51 BBY?
PB51 BBY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.