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YH51 KOX

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 179,217 miles on the clock, averaging 10,960 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 YH51 KOX

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,217
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,960

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 reading179,217 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,765
Average per year10,960
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YH51 KOX 93k114k136k158k179k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage179,217 miles
Since last MOT+10,765 miles
PASS
Mileage168,452 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,435 miles
Since last MOT+19,014 miles
PASS
Mileage149,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,421 miles
Since last MOT+14,156 miles
PASS
Mileage135,265 miles
Since last MOT+15,287 miles
PASS
Mileage119,978 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,977 miles
Since last MOT+7,472 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,505 miles
Since last MOT+5,728 miles
PASS
Mileage106,777 miles
Since last MOT+6,931 miles
PASS
Mileage99,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,994 miles
PASS
Mileage92,852 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 KOX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YH51 KOX

What car is YH51 KOX?

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

What is the mileage of YH51 KOX?

The last recorded mileage for YH51 KOX was 179,217 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH51 KOX passed its MOT?

YH51 KOX has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 11 Dec 2013.

Is YH51 KOX ULEZ compliant?

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

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