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PY51 JFZ

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 124,493 miles on the clock, averaging 5,340 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 PY51 JFZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,493
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,340

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading124,493 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,986
Average per year5,340
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PY51 JFZ 71k84k98k111k124k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,493 miles
Since last MOT+3,986 miles
PASS
Mileage120,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,507 miles
Since last MOT+4,492 miles
PASS
Mileage116,015 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,988 miles
Since last MOT+7,336 miles
PASS
Mileage108,652 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,648 miles
Since last MOT+5,339 miles
PASS
Mileage103,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,309 miles
Since last MOT+4,288 miles
PASS
Mileage99,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,021 miles
Since last MOT+5,555 miles
PASS
Mileage93,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,466 miles
Since last MOT+4,550 miles
PASS
Mileage88,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,916 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage83,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,525 miles
Since last MOT+3,655 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,870 miles
Since last MOT+8,873 miles
PASS
Mileage70,997 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 JFZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About PY51 JFZ

What car is PY51 JFZ?

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

What is the mileage of PY51 JFZ?

The last recorded mileage for PY51 JFZ was 124,493 miles, recorded on 31 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY51 JFZ passed its MOT?

PY51 JFZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2016.

Is PY51 JFZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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