Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 115,593 miles on the clock, averaging 11,501 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SX51 BFE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,593 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,300 |
| Average per year | 11,501 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SX51 BFE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SX51 BFE
What car is SX51 BFE?
SX51 BFE is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Inverness in 2001.
What is the mileage of SX51 BFE?
The last recorded mileage for SX51 BFE was 115,593 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX51 BFE passed its MOT?
SX51 BFE has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2012.
Is SX51 BFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX51 BFE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SX51 BFE?
SX51 BFE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.