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EF54 XAN

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 138,461 miles on the clock, averaging 6,148 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 XAN

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,461
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
6,148

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading138,461 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,823
Average per year6,148
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 XAN 35k61k87k113k138k '08'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,461 miles
Since last MOT+2,823 miles
PASS
Mileage135,638 miles
Since last MOT+564 miles
PASS
Mileage135,074 miles
Since last MOT+1,029 miles
PASS
Mileage134,045 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,045 miles
Since last MOT+755 miles
PASS
Mileage133,290 miles
Since last MOT+797 miles
PASS
Mileage132,493 miles
Since last MOT+2,355 miles
PASS
Mileage130,138 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,138 miles
Since last MOT+1,815 miles
PASS
Mileage128,323 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,323 miles
Since last MOT+4,389 miles
PASS
Mileage123,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,934 miles
Since last MOT+4,343 miles
PASS
Mileage119,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,591 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage109,448 miles
Since last MOT+109 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,339 miles
Since last MOT+19,509 miles
PASS
Mileage89,830 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,829 miles
Since last MOT+11,582 miles
PASS
Mileage78,247 miles
Since last MOT+7,147 miles
PASS
Mileage71,100 miles
Since last MOT+11,527 miles
PASS
Mileage59,573 miles
Since last MOT+11,116 miles
PASS
Mileage48,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,457 miles
Since last MOT+13,375 miles
PASS
Mileage35,082 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,082 miles
Since last MOT+94 miles
PASS
Mileage34,988 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 XAN
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 XAN

What car is EF54 XAN?

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

What is the mileage of EF54 XAN?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 XAN was 138,461 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 XAN passed its MOT?

EF54 XAN has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2025.

Is EF54 XAN ULEZ compliant?

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

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