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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 139,993 miles on the clock, averaging 8,184 miles per year, around 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 CE04 NXJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,993 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,553 |
| Average per year | 8,184 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | CE04 NXJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About CE04 NXJ
What car is CE04 NXJ?
CE04 NXJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2004.
What is the mileage of CE04 NXJ?
The last recorded mileage for CE04 NXJ was 139,993 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE04 NXJ passed its MOT?
CE04 NXJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 18 Feb 2020.
Is CE04 NXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE04 NXJ 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 CE04 NXJ?
CE04 NXJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.