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YN51 EHL

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 146,627 miles on the clock, averaging 6,732 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 YN51 EHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,627
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,732

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 reading146,627 miles
Reading date
Miles last year192
Average per year6,732
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YN51 EHL 106k116k126k137k147k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,627 miles
Since last MOT+192 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,435 miles
Since last MOT+12,556 miles
PASS
Mileage133,879 miles
Since last MOT+1,498 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,381 miles
Since last MOT+7,171 miles
PASS
Mileage125,210 miles
Since last MOT+7,637 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,573 miles
Since last MOT+4,712 miles
PASS
Mileage112,861 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage109,725 miles
Since last MOT+3,595 miles
PASS
Mileage106,130 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

RegistrationYN51 EHL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYN — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YN51 EHL

What car is YN51 EHL?

YN51 EHL is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.

What is the mileage of YN51 EHL?

The last recorded mileage for YN51 EHL was 146,627 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YN51 EHL passed its MOT?

YN51 EHL has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2012.

Is YN51 EHL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN51 EHL 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 YN51 EHL?

YN51 EHL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.