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YR51 OPN

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 136,778 miles on the clock, averaging 12,817 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 OPN

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,778
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,817

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 reading136,778 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,817
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YR51 OPN 54k74k95k116k137k '05'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,778 miles
Since last MOT+11,034 miles
PASS
Mileage125,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,744 miles
Since last MOT+14,644 miles
PASS
Mileage111,100 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,100 miles
Since last MOT+13,377 miles
PASS
Mileage97,723 miles
Since last MOT+13,823 miles
PASS
Mileage83,900 miles
Since last MOT+14,364 miles
PASS
Mileage69,536 miles
Since last MOT+15,967 miles
PASS
Mileage53,569 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 OPN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YR51 OPN

What car is YR51 OPN?

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

What is the mileage of YR51 OPN?

The last recorded mileage for YR51 OPN was 136,778 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR51 OPN passed its MOT?

YR51 OPN has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2012.

Is YR51 OPN ULEZ compliant?

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

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