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YP51 TNK

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 75,395 miles on the clock, averaging 3,871 miles per year, well 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 YP51 TNK

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,395
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
3,871

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

Low mileage
Latest reading75,395 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,356
Average per year3,871
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YP51 TNK 48k55k62k69k75k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,395 miles
Since last MOT+5,356 miles
PASS
Mileage70,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage67,072 miles
Since last MOT+2,709 miles
PASS
Mileage64,363 miles
Since last MOT+3,380 miles
PASS
Mileage60,983 miles
Since last MOT+4,087 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,896 miles
Since last MOT+3,863 miles
PASS
Mileage53,033 miles
Since last MOT+4,767 miles
PASS
Mileage48,266 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

RegistrationYP51 TNK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YP51 TNK

What car is YP51 TNK?

YP51 TNK is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.

What is the mileage of YP51 TNK?

The last recorded mileage for YP51 TNK was 75,395 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP51 TNK passed its MOT?

YP51 TNK has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Dec 2013.

Is YP51 TNK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP51 TNK 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 YP51 TNK?

YP51 TNK is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.