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EF54 RZO

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 117,988 miles on the clock, averaging 10,087 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 RZO

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,988
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,087

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 reading117,988 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,375
Average per year10,087
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF54 RZO 46k64k82k100k118k '07'15'11

Check EF54 RZO

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,988 miles
Since last MOT+8,375 miles
PASS
Mileage109,613 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,609 miles
Since last MOT+9,504 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,105 miles
Since last MOT+16,477 miles
PASS
Mileage83,628 miles
Since last MOT+11,580 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,048 miles
Since last MOT+11,172 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,876 miles
Since last MOT+14,616 miles
PASS
Mileage46,260 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 RZO
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 RZO

What car is EF54 RZO?

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

What is the mileage of EF54 RZO?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 RZO was 117,988 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 RZO passed its MOT?

EF54 RZO has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2015.

Is EF54 RZO ULEZ compliant?

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

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