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WD51 HPX

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 86,744 miles on the clock, averaging 3,980 miles per year, well below 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 WD51 HPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,744
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,980

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading86,744 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,569
Average per year3,980
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD51 HPX 53k61k70k78k87k '05'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,744 miles
Since last MOT+7,569 miles
PASS
Mileage79,175 miles
Since last MOT+91 miles
PASS
Mileage79,084 miles
Since last MOT+6,085 miles
PASS
Mileage72,999 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,990 miles
Since last MOT+8,840 miles
PASS
Mileage64,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,150 miles
Since last MOT+13,059 miles
PASS
Mileage51,091 miles
PASS
Mileage82,569 miles
Since last MOT+17,564 miles
PASS
Mileage65,005 miles
Since last MOT+12,155 miles
PASS
Mileage52,850 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

RegistrationWD51 HPX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WD51 HPX

What car is WD51 HPX?

WD51 HPX is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WD51 HPX?

The last recorded mileage for WD51 HPX was 86,744 miles, recorded on 29 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD51 HPX passed its MOT?

WD51 HPX has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2014.

Is WD51 HPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD51 HPX 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 WD51 HPX?

WD51 HPX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.