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WF51 UZR

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 173,358 miles on the clock, averaging 13,600 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 UZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,358
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,600

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 reading173,358 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,672
Average per year13,600
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF51 UZR 78k102k126k150k173k '06'13'10

Check WF51 UZR

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage173,358 miles
Since last MOT+13,672 miles
PASS
Mileage159,686 miles
Since last MOT+13,124 miles
PASS
Mileage146,562 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,562 miles
Since last MOT+13,177 miles
PASS
Mileage133,385 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,385 miles
Since last MOT+12,612 miles
PASS
Mileage120,773 miles
Since last MOT+14,048 miles
PASS
Mileage106,725 miles
Since last MOT+17,765 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,960 miles
Since last MOT+10,622 miles
PASS
Mileage78,338 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 UZR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 UZR

What car is WF51 UZR?

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

What is the mileage of WF51 UZR?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 UZR was 173,358 miles, recorded on 14 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 UZR passed its MOT?

WF51 UZR has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 14 May 2013.

Is WF51 UZR ULEZ compliant?

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

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