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EF54 LLG

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 198,674 miles on the clock, averaging 13,966 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 LLG

MOT Status
Due date passed
198,674
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
13,966

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 reading198,674 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,204
Average per year13,966
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 LLG 78k108k138k168k199k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage198,674 miles
Since last MOT+5,204 miles
PASS
Mileage193,470 miles
Since last MOT+12,458 miles
PASS
Mileage181,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,012 miles
Since last MOT+5,643 miles
PASS
Mileage175,369 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,269 miles
Since last MOT+15,997 miles
PASS
Mileage159,272 miles
Since last MOT+14,517 miles
PASS
Mileage144,755 miles
Since last MOT+17,793 miles
PASS
Mileage126,962 miles
Since last MOT+15,794 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,168 miles
Since last MOT+11,055 miles
PASS
Mileage100,113 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,113 miles
Since last MOT+22,342 miles
PASS
Mileage77,771 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 LLG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EF54 LLG

What car is EF54 LLG?

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

What is the mileage of EF54 LLG?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 LLG was 198,674 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 LLG passed its MOT?

EF54 LLG has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2016.

Is EF54 LLG ULEZ compliant?

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

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