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WA51 GWV

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Exeter, West of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 175,716 miles on the clock, averaging 11,877 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 WA51 GWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,716
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
11,877

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 reading175,716 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,456
Average per year11,877
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA51 GWV 142k150k159k167k176k '06'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage175,716 miles
Since last MOT+3,456 miles
PASS
Mileage172,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,260 miles
Since last MOT+17,806 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,454 miles
Since last MOT+12,273 miles
PASS
Mileage142,181 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
PASS
Mileage141,975 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

RegistrationWA51 GWV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WA51 GWV

What car is WA51 GWV?

WA51 GWV is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WA51 GWV?

The last recorded mileage for WA51 GWV was 175,716 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA51 GWV passed its MOT?

WA51 GWV has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2009.

Is WA51 GWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA51 GWV 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 WA51 GWV?

WA51 GWV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.