Vehicle summary
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 132,217 miles on the clock, averaging 10,096 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 AE54 UDZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,217 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 76 |
| Average per year | 10,096 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AE54 UDZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AE54 UDZ
What car is AE54 UDZ?
AE54 UDZ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AE54 UDZ?
The last recorded mileage for AE54 UDZ was 132,217 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE54 UDZ passed its MOT?
AE54 UDZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2018.
Is AE54 UDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE54 UDZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE54 UDZ?
AE54 UDZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.