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YH51 NDN

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 145,956 miles on the clock, averaging 10,010 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 NDN

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,956
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,010

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 reading145,956 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,010
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YH51 NDN 61k82k103k125k146k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,956 miles
Since last MOT+5,274 miles
PASS
Mileage140,682 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,682 miles
Since last MOT+6,053 miles
PASS
Mileage134,629 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,629 miles
Since last MOT+5,922 miles
PASS
Mileage128,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,947 miles
PASS
Mileage122,760 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,750 miles
Since last MOT+7,570 miles
PASS
Mileage115,180 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,170 miles
Since last MOT+20,738 miles
PASS
Mileage94,432 miles
Since last MOT+18,129 miles
PASS
Mileage76,303 miles
Since last MOT+15,524 miles
PASS
Mileage60,779 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 NDN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YH51 NDN

What car is YH51 NDN?

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

What is the mileage of YH51 NDN?

The last recorded mileage for YH51 NDN was 145,956 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH51 NDN passed its MOT?

YH51 NDN has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2015.

Is YH51 NDN ULEZ compliant?

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

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