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BP53 NJU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 11 (50% pass rate). It has 140,876 miles on the clock, averaging 9,201 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 BP53 NJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,876
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
9,201

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 reading140,876 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,201
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BP53 NJU 28k56k84k113k141k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,876 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,874 miles
Since last MOT+10,135 miles
PASS
Mileage130,739 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,739 miles
Since last MOT+11,259 miles
PASS
Mileage119,480 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,467 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,449 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,365 miles
Since last MOT+6,182 miles
PASS
Mileage113,183 miles
Since last MOT+6,074 miles
PASS
Mileage107,109 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,109 miles
Since last MOT+7,272 miles
PASS
Mileage99,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,837 miles
Since last MOT+5,046 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,791 miles
Since last MOT+4,515 miles
PASS
Mileage90,276 miles
Since last MOT+10,876 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,400 miles
Since last MOT+12,162 miles
PASS
Mileage67,238 miles
Since last MOT+15,904 miles
PASS
Mileage51,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,334 miles
Since last MOT+9,620 miles
PASS
Mileage41,714 miles
Since last MOT+13,782 miles
PASS
Mileage27,932 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,932 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

RegistrationBP53 NJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About BP53 NJU

What car is BP53 NJU?

BP53 NJU is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BP53 NJU?

The last recorded mileage for BP53 NJU was 140,876 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP53 NJU passed its MOT?

BP53 NJU has had 22 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (11 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2018.

Is BP53 NJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 NJU 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 BP53 NJU?

BP53 NJU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.