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EF54 XEY

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 98,423 miles on the clock, averaging 5,878 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 XEY

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,423
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,878

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 reading98,423 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,878
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 XEY 22k41k60k79k98k '08'20'15

Check EF54 XEY

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,423 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,423 miles
Since last MOT+3,591 miles
PASS
Mileage94,832 miles
Since last MOT+4,557 miles
PASS
Mileage90,275 miles
Since last MOT+6,094 miles
PASS
Mileage84,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,181 miles
Since last MOT+4,964 miles
PASS
Mileage79,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,217 miles
Since last MOT+11,641 miles
PASS
Mileage67,576 miles
Since last MOT+2,026 miles
PASS
Mileage65,550 miles
Since last MOT+1,273 miles
PASS
Mileage64,277 miles
Since last MOT+5,915 miles
PASS
Mileage58,362 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,361 miles
Since last MOT+5,808 miles
PASS
Mileage52,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,553 miles
Since last MOT+9,045 miles
PASS
Mileage43,508 miles
Since last MOT+7,643 miles
PASS
Mileage35,865 miles
Since last MOT+7,910 miles
PASS
Mileage27,955 miles
Since last MOT+5,528 miles
PASS
Mileage22,427 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 XEY
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 XEY

What car is EF54 XEY?

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

What is the mileage of EF54 XEY?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 XEY was 98,423 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 XEY passed its MOT?

EF54 XEY has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.

Is EF54 XEY ULEZ compliant?

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

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