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WF51 ULE

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 172,019 miles on the clock, averaging 9,868 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 WF51 ULE

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,019
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,868

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 reading172,019 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,868
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF51 ULE 87k108k130k151k172k '05'14'11

Check WF51 ULE

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,019 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,019 miles
Since last MOT+9,009 miles
PASS
Mileage163,010 miles
Since last MOT+10,100 miles
PASS
Mileage152,910 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,910 miles
Since last MOT+7,480 miles
PASS
Mileage145,430 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,427 miles
Since last MOT+17,172 miles
PASS
Mileage128,255 miles
Since last MOT+14,607 miles
PASS
Mileage113,648 miles
Since last MOT+9,623 miles
PASS
Mileage104,025 miles
Since last MOT+5,818 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,207 miles
Since last MOT+11,104 miles
PASS
Mileage87,103 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 ULE
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 ULE

What car is WF51 ULE?

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

What is the mileage of WF51 ULE?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 ULE was 172,019 miles, recorded on 2 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 ULE passed its MOT?

WF51 ULE has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2014.

Is WF51 ULE ULEZ compliant?

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

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