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SP51 WMF

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 152,978 miles on the clock, averaging 12,096 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 WMF

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,978
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
12,096

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 reading152,978 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,429
Average per year12,096
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP51 WMF 32k63k93k123k153k '05'15'10

Check SP51 WMF

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,978 miles
Since last MOT+19,429 miles
PASS
Mileage133,549 miles
Since last MOT+23,649 miles
PASS
Mileage109,900 miles
Since last MOT+9,547 miles
PASS
Mileage100,353 miles
Since last MOT+10,089 miles
PASS
Mileage90,264 miles
Since last MOT+6,748 miles
PASS
Mileage83,516 miles
Since last MOT+10,205 miles
PASS
Mileage73,311 miles
Since last MOT+11,063 miles
PASS
Mileage62,248 miles
Since last MOT+10,695 miles
PASS
Mileage51,553 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,549 miles
Since last MOT+9,498 miles
PASS
Mileage42,051 miles
Since last MOT+9,627 miles
PASS
Mileage32,424 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 WMF
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 WMF

What car is SP51 WMF?

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

What is the mileage of SP51 WMF?

The last recorded mileage for SP51 WMF was 152,978 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP51 WMF passed its MOT?

SP51 WMF has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Sep 2015.

Is SP51 WMF ULEZ compliant?

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

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