Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 128,944 miles on the clock, averaging 8,853 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for RK51 VCW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,944 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,751 |
| Average per year | 8,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK51 VCW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RK51 VCW
What car is RK51 VCW?
RK51 VCW is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RK51 VCW?
The last recorded mileage for RK51 VCW was 128,944 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK51 VCW passed its MOT?
RK51 VCW has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Oct 2016.
Is RK51 VCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK51 VCW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK51 VCW?
RK51 VCW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.