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EF54 LLJ

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 188,735 miles on the clock, averaging 8,593 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 EF54 LLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
188,735
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,593

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading188,735 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,968
Average per year8,593
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 LLJ 92k116k140k165k189k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage188,735 miles
Since last MOT+2,968 miles
PASS
Mileage185,767 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage185,759 miles
Since last MOT+5,838 miles
PASS
Mileage179,921 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage179,911 miles
Since last MOT+7,359 miles
PASS
Mileage172,552 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,516 miles
Since last MOT+5,692 miles
PASS
Mileage166,824 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,823 miles
Since last MOT+7,710 miles
PASS
Mileage159,113 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,113 miles
Since last MOT+12,313 miles
PASS
Mileage146,800 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,800 miles
Since last MOT+13,730 miles
PASS
Mileage133,070 miles
Since last MOT+241 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,829 miles
Since last MOT+8,961 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,868 miles
Since last MOT+8,889 miles
PASS
Mileage114,979 miles
Since last MOT+9,917 miles
PASS
Mileage105,062 miles
Since last MOT+9,992 miles
PASS
Mileage95,070 miles
Since last MOT+2,860 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,210 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 LLJ
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 LLJ

What car is EF54 LLJ?

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

What is the mileage of EF54 LLJ?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 LLJ was 188,735 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 LLJ passed its MOT?

EF54 LLJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2019.

Is EF54 LLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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