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EF54 BWK

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 174,243 miles on the clock, averaging 11,076 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 EF54 BWK

MOT Status
Due date passed
174,243
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,076

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 reading174,243 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,438
Average per year11,076
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 BWK 58k87k116k145k174k '07'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage174,243 miles
Since last MOT+1,438 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,805 miles
Since last MOT+4,706 miles
PASS
Mileage168,099 miles
Since last MOT+2,441 miles
PASS
Mileage165,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,658 miles
Since last MOT+2,008 miles
PASS
Mileage163,650 miles
Since last MOT+3,287 miles
PASS
Mileage160,363 miles
Since last MOT+5,925 miles
PASS
Mileage154,438 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,428 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,414 miles
Since last MOT+23,001 miles
PASS
Mileage131,413 miles
Since last MOT+23,795 miles
PASS
Mileage107,618 miles
Since last MOT+14,226 miles
PASS
Mileage93,392 miles
Since last MOT+14,270 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,122 miles
Since last MOT+21,559 miles
PASS
Mileage57,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,563 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

RegistrationEF54 BWK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EF54 BWK

What car is EF54 BWK?

EF54 BWK is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EF54 BWK?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 BWK was 174,243 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 BWK passed its MOT?

EF54 BWK has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2018.

Is EF54 BWK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 BWK 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 EF54 BWK?

EF54 BWK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.