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YR51 FMP

2001 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 116,420 miles on the clock, averaging 9,521 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 YR51 FMP

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,420
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,521

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 reading116,420 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,758
Average per year9,521
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR51 FMP 59k74k88k102k116k '06'12'10

Check YR51 FMP

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,420 miles
Since last MOT+4,758 miles
PASS
Mileage111,662 miles
Since last MOT+8,710 miles
PASS
Mileage102,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,952 miles
Since last MOT+8,522 miles
PASS
Mileage94,430 miles
Since last MOT+13,340 miles
PASS
Mileage81,090 miles
Since last MOT+21,786 miles
PASS
Mileage59,304 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

RegistrationYR51 FMP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YR51 FMP

What car is YR51 FMP?

YR51 FMP is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.

What is the mileage of YR51 FMP?

The last recorded mileage for YR51 FMP was 116,420 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR51 FMP passed its MOT?

YR51 FMP has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Sep 2012.

Is YR51 FMP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR51 FMP 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 YR51 FMP?

YR51 FMP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.