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EF54 DLJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 87,420 miles on the clock, averaging 6,611 miles per year, below 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 DLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,420
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,611

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,420 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-39,308
Average per year6,611
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 DLJ 29k43k58k73k87k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,420 miles
PASS
Mileage126,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,728 miles
Since last MOT+11,068 miles
PASS
Mileage115,660 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,650 miles
Since last MOT+13,791 miles
PASS
Mileage101,859 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,855 miles
Since last MOT+13,550 miles
PASS
Mileage88,305 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,296 miles
Since last MOT+9,674 miles
PASS
Mileage78,622 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,545 miles
Since last MOT+10,449 miles
PASS
Mileage68,096 miles
Since last MOT+82 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,014 miles
Since last MOT+11,558 miles
PASS
Mileage56,456 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,412 miles
Since last MOT+13,040 miles
PASS
Mileage43,372 miles
Since last MOT+14,669 miles
PASS
Mileage28,703 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 DLJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EF54 DLJ

What car is EF54 DLJ?

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

What is the mileage of EF54 DLJ?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 DLJ was 87,420 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 DLJ passed its MOT?

EF54 DLJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2016.

Is EF54 DLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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