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RE51 OEA

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 138,378 miles on the clock, averaging 4,710 miles per year, well 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 RE51 OEA

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,378
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,710

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading138,378 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,710
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE51 OEA 99k109k119k129k138k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,378 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,378 miles
Since last MOT+3,683 miles
PASS
Mileage134,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,695 miles
Since last MOT+1,655 miles
PASS
Mileage133,040 miles
Since last MOT+2,601 miles
PASS
Mileage130,439 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,437 miles
Since last MOT+7,582 miles
PASS
Mileage122,855 miles
Since last MOT+3,767 miles
PASS
Mileage119,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,088 miles
Since last MOT+7,382 miles
PASS
Mileage111,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,706 miles
Since last MOT+12,392 miles
PASS
Mileage99,314 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

RegistrationRE51 OEA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RE51 OEA

What car is RE51 OEA?

RE51 OEA is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.

What is the mileage of RE51 OEA?

The last recorded mileage for RE51 OEA was 138,378 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE51 OEA passed its MOT?

RE51 OEA has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2014.

Is RE51 OEA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE51 OEA 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 RE51 OEA?

RE51 OEA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.