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RJ51 HXF

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 212,109 miles on the clock, averaging 10,284 miles per year, above 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 RJ51 HXF

MOT Status
Due date passed
212,109
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,284

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading212,109 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,407
Average per year10,284
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ51 HXF 69k105k141k176k212k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage212,109 miles
Since last MOT+5,407 miles
PASS
Mileage206,702 miles
Since last MOT+2,976 miles
PASS
Mileage203,726 miles
Since last MOT+9,452 miles
PASS
Mileage194,274 miles
Since last MOT+11,423 miles
PASS
Mileage182,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,313 miles
PASS
Mileage176,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage176,538 miles
Since last MOT+11,611 miles
PASS
Mileage164,927 miles
Since last MOT+14,208 miles
PASS
Mileage150,719 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,633 miles
Since last MOT+14,654 miles
PASS
Mileage135,979 miles
Since last MOT+14,395 miles
PASS
Mileage121,584 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,584 miles
Since last MOT+14,904 miles
PASS
Mileage106,680 miles
Since last MOT+10,151 miles
PASS
Mileage96,529 miles
Since last MOT+12,431 miles
PASS
Mileage84,098 miles
Since last MOT+9,780 miles
PASS
Mileage74,318 miles
Since last MOT+5,371 miles
PASS
Mileage68,947 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

RegistrationRJ51 HXF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RJ51 HXF

What car is RJ51 HXF?

RJ51 HXF is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.

What is the mileage of RJ51 HXF?

The last recorded mileage for RJ51 HXF was 212,109 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ51 HXF passed its MOT?

RJ51 HXF has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2020.

Is RJ51 HXF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ51 HXF 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 RJ51 HXF?

RJ51 HXF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.