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WF51 BCV

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 164,677 miles on the clock, averaging 8,665 miles per year, around 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 WF51 BCV

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,677
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
8,665

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading164,677 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,426
Average per year8,665
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF51 BCV 90k108k127k146k165k '05'14'09

Check WF51 BCV

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,677 miles
Since last MOT+15,426 miles
PASS
Mileage149,251 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage133,977 miles
Since last MOT+5,247 miles
PASS
Mileage128,730 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,720 miles
Since last MOT+6,984 miles
PASS
Mileage121,736 miles
Since last MOT+7,371 miles
PASS
Mileage114,365 miles
Since last MOT+6,601 miles
PASS
Mileage107,764 miles
Since last MOT+18,192 miles
PASS
Mileage89,572 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,572 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

RegistrationWF51 BCV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WF51 BCV

What car is WF51 BCV?

WF51 BCV is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WF51 BCV?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 BCV was 164,677 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 BCV passed its MOT?

WF51 BCV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2014.

Is WF51 BCV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF51 BCV 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 WF51 BCV?

WF51 BCV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.