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YN51 PBX

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Sheffield, 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 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 196,326 miles on the clock, averaging 12,100 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 YN51 PBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
196,326
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
12,100

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading196,326 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,962
Average per year12,100
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YN51 PBX 77k107k137k167k196k '05'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage196,326 miles
Since last MOT+12,962 miles
PASS
Mileage183,364 miles
Since last MOT+8,911 miles
PASS
Mileage174,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,453 miles
Since last MOT+13,908 miles
PASS
Mileage160,545 miles
Since last MOT+31,714 miles
PASS
Mileage128,831 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,829 miles
Since last MOT+14,801 miles
PASS
Mileage114,028 miles
Since last MOT+11,788 miles
PASS
Mileage102,240 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,199 miles
Since last MOT+14,921 miles
PASS
Mileage87,278 miles
Since last MOT+10,101 miles
PASS
Mileage77,177 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 PBX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYN — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YN51 PBX

What car is YN51 PBX?

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

What is the mileage of YN51 PBX?

The last recorded mileage for YN51 PBX was 196,326 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YN51 PBX passed its MOT?

YN51 PBX has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2015.

Is YN51 PBX ULEZ compliant?

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

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