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RK51 VXN

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 82,478 miles on the clock, averaging 4,327 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 RK51 VXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,478
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,327

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,478 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,286
Average per year4,327
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RK51 VXN 32k45k57k70k82k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,478 miles
Since last MOT+2,286 miles
PASS
Mileage80,192 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,189 miles
Since last MOT+2,087 miles
PASS
Mileage78,102 miles
Since last MOT+2,985 miles
PASS
Mileage75,117 miles
Since last MOT+3,521 miles
PASS
Mileage71,596 miles
Since last MOT+3,476 miles
PASS
Mileage68,120 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,113 miles
Since last MOT+6,283 miles
PASS
Mileage61,830 miles
Since last MOT+4,703 miles
PASS
Mileage57,127 miles
Since last MOT+5,844 miles
PASS
Mileage51,283 miles
Since last MOT+5,519 miles
PASS
Mileage45,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,764 miles
Since last MOT+4,251 miles
PASS
Mileage41,513 miles
Since last MOT+9,062 miles
PASS
Mileage32,451 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

RegistrationRK51 VXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RK51 VXN

What car is RK51 VXN?

RK51 VXN is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.

What is the mileage of RK51 VXN?

The last recorded mileage for RK51 VXN was 82,478 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK51 VXN passed its MOT?

RK51 VXN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2018.

Is RK51 VXN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK51 VXN 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 RK51 VXN?

RK51 VXN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.