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SP51 UJG

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 164,530 miles on the clock, averaging 12,076 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 SP51 UJG

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,530
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,076

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading164,530 miles
Reading date
Miles last year54
Average per year12,076
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SP51 UJG 55k83k110k137k165k '06'15'11

Check SP51 UJG

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,530 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,476 miles
Since last MOT+12,929 miles
PASS
Mileage151,547 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,547 miles
Since last MOT+11,445 miles
PASS
Mileage140,102 miles
Since last MOT+11,432 miles
PASS
Mileage128,670 miles
Since last MOT+12,070 miles
PASS
Mileage116,600 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,600 miles
Since last MOT+12,313 miles
PASS
Mileage104,287 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,287 miles
Since last MOT+11,629 miles
PASS
Mileage92,658 miles
Since last MOT+13,324 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,334 miles
Since last MOT+12,429 miles
PASS
Mileage66,905 miles
Since last MOT+11,614 miles
PASS
Mileage55,291 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

RegistrationSP51 UJG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About SP51 UJG

What car is SP51 UJG?

SP51 UJG is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2001.

What is the mileage of SP51 UJG?

The last recorded mileage for SP51 UJG was 164,530 miles, recorded on 8 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP51 UJG passed its MOT?

SP51 UJG has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2015.

Is SP51 UJG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP51 UJG 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 SP51 UJG?

SP51 UJG is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.