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DC53 EZN

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 184,163 miles on the clock, averaging 12,301 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 DC53 EZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,163
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,301

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 reading184,163 miles
Reading date
Miles last year126
Average per year12,301
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DC53 EZN 94k116k139k162k184k '07'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,163 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,037 miles
Since last MOT+13,164 miles
PASS
Mileage170,873 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,852 miles
Since last MOT+12,715 miles
PASS
Mileage158,137 miles
Since last MOT+14,508 miles
PASS
Mileage143,629 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,580 miles
Since last MOT+15,422 miles
PASS
Mileage128,158 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,058 miles
Since last MOT+13,750 miles
PASS
Mileage114,308 miles
Since last MOT+7,612 miles
PASS
Mileage106,696 miles
Since last MOT+9,863 miles
PASS
Mileage96,833 miles
Since last MOT+3,300 miles
PASS
Mileage93,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,533 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

RegistrationDC53 EZN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeDC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About DC53 EZN

What car is DC53 EZN?

DC53 EZN is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.

What is the mileage of DC53 EZN?

The last recorded mileage for DC53 EZN was 184,163 miles, recorded on 19 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DC53 EZN passed its MOT?

DC53 EZN has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2014.

Is DC53 EZN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 EZN 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 DC53 EZN?

DC53 EZN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.