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PX51 KOV

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 97,149 miles on the clock, averaging 6,888 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 PX51 KOV

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,149
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,888

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 reading97,149 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,911
Average per year6,888
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX51 KOV 28k45k63k80k97k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,149 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage92,238 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,235 miles
Since last MOT+5,119 miles
PASS
Mileage87,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,116 miles
Since last MOT+7,730 miles
PASS
Mileage79,386 miles
Since last MOT+7,864 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,522 miles
Since last MOT+7,777 miles
PASS
Mileage63,745 miles
Since last MOT+4,043 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,702 miles
Since last MOT+5,840 miles
PASS
Mileage53,862 miles
Since last MOT+7,193 miles
PASS
Mileage46,669 miles
Since last MOT+8,926 miles
PASS
Mileage37,743 miles
Since last MOT+9,793 miles
PASS
Mileage27,950 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

RegistrationPX51 KOV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About PX51 KOV

What car is PX51 KOV?

PX51 KOV is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2001.

What is the mileage of PX51 KOV?

The last recorded mileage for PX51 KOV was 97,149 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX51 KOV passed its MOT?

PX51 KOV has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2016.

Is PX51 KOV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX51 KOV 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 PX51 KOV?

PX51 KOV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.