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PY51 GBO

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 120,252 miles on the clock, averaging 8,258 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 PY51 GBO

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,252
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,258

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 reading120,252 miles
Reading date
Miles last year92
Average per year8,258
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY51 GBO 57k73k88k104k120k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,252 miles
Since last MOT+92 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,160 miles
Since last MOT+8,315 miles
PASS
Mileage111,845 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,841 miles
Since last MOT+18,819 miles
PASS
Mileage93,022 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,892 miles
Since last MOT+21,794 miles
PASS
Mileage104,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,098 miles
Since last MOT+15,011 miles
PASS
Mileage89,087 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,080 miles
Since last MOT+21,107 miles
PASS
Mileage67,973 miles
Since last MOT+11,320 miles
PASS
Mileage56,653 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

RegistrationPY51 GBO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About PY51 GBO

What car is PY51 GBO?

PY51 GBO is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2001.

What is the mileage of PY51 GBO?

The last recorded mileage for PY51 GBO was 120,252 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY51 GBO passed its MOT?

PY51 GBO has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2013.

Is PY51 GBO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY51 GBO 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 PY51 GBO?

PY51 GBO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.