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YH51 KNC

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 163,473 miles on the clock, averaging 6,262 miles per year, 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 YH51 KNC

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,473
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,262

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading163,473 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year6,262
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YH51 KNC 98k114k131k147k163k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,473 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,464 miles
Since last MOT+4,584 miles
PASS
Mileage158,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,880 miles
Since last MOT+4,521 miles
PASS
Mileage154,359 miles
Since last MOT+4,757 miles
PASS
Mileage149,602 miles
Since last MOT+92 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,510 miles
Since last MOT+5,409 miles
PASS
Mileage144,101 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,099 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
PASS
Mileage139,954 miles
Since last MOT+6,725 miles
PASS
Mileage133,229 miles
Since last MOT+10,557 miles
PASS
Mileage122,672 miles
Since last MOT+8,268 miles
PASS
Mileage114,404 miles
Since last MOT+8,526 miles
PASS
Mileage105,878 miles
Since last MOT+7,722 miles
PASS
Mileage98,156 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

RegistrationYH51 KNC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YH51 KNC

What car is YH51 KNC?

YH51 KNC is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.

What is the mileage of YH51 KNC?

The last recorded mileage for YH51 KNC was 163,473 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH51 KNC passed its MOT?

YH51 KNC has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2017.

Is YH51 KNC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH51 KNC 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 YH51 KNC?

YH51 KNC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.