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SP51 XYH

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 154,928 miles on the clock, averaging 13,304 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 XYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,928
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
13,304

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,928 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,304
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SP51 XYH 63k86k109k132k155k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,928 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,928 miles
Since last MOT+8,082 miles
PASS
Mileage146,846 miles
Since last MOT+12,174 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,672 miles
Since last MOT+13,447 miles
PASS
Mileage121,225 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,225 miles
Since last MOT+15,501 miles
PASS
Mileage105,724 miles
Since last MOT+12,999 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,725 miles
Since last MOT+14,366 miles
PASS
Mileage78,359 miles
Since last MOT+15,044 miles
PASS
Mileage63,315 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,315 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 XYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About SP51 XYH

What car is SP51 XYH?

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

What is the mileage of SP51 XYH?

The last recorded mileage for SP51 XYH was 154,928 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP51 XYH passed its MOT?

SP51 XYH has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2013.

Is SP51 XYH ULEZ compliant?

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

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