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PY51 GHV

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 110,941 miles on the clock, averaging 8,905 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 GHV

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,941
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,905

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,941 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,905
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PY51 GHV 61k73k86k98k111k '05'11'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,941 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,940 miles
Since last MOT+7,682 miles
PASS
Mileage103,258 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,258 miles
Since last MOT+13,760 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,498 miles
Since last MOT+11,104 miles
PASS
Mileage78,394 miles
Since last MOT+11,487 miles
PASS
Mileage66,907 miles
Since last MOT+5,964 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,943 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 GHV
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 GHV

What car is PY51 GHV?

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

What is the mileage of PY51 GHV?

The last recorded mileage for PY51 GHV was 110,941 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY51 GHV passed its MOT?

PY51 GHV has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2011.

Is PY51 GHV ULEZ compliant?

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

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