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SA51 EZX

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Gold Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGold
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 162,953 miles on the clock, averaging 8,214 miles per year, around 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 SA51 EZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,953
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,214

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading162,953 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,627
Average per year8,214
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SA51 EZX 106k120k134k149k163k '05'12'09

Check SA51 EZX

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,953 miles
Since last MOT+6,627 miles
PASS
Mileage156,326 miles
Since last MOT+7,967 miles
PASS
Mileage148,359 miles
Since last MOT+6,321 miles
PASS
Mileage142,038 miles
Since last MOT+7,664 miles
PASS
Mileage134,374 miles
Since last MOT+6,682 miles
PASS
Mileage127,692 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,692 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage105,825 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

RegistrationSA51 EZX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About SA51 EZX

What car is SA51 EZX?

SA51 EZX is an gold Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2001.

What is the mileage of SA51 EZX?

The last recorded mileage for SA51 EZX was 162,953 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA51 EZX passed its MOT?

SA51 EZX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2012.

Is SA51 EZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA51 EZX 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 SA51 EZX?

SA51 EZX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.