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EN53 DHK

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 134,755 miles on the clock, averaging 7,726 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 EN53 DHK

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,755
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,726

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,755 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,726
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN53 DHK 27k54k81k108k135k '07'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,755 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,755 miles
Since last MOT+2,290 miles
PASS
Mileage132,465 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,448 miles
Since last MOT+3,909 miles
PASS
Mileage128,539 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,539 miles
Since last MOT+4,997 miles
PASS
Mileage123,542 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,521 miles
Since last MOT+4,687 miles
PASS
Mileage118,834 miles
Since last MOT+3,886 miles
PASS
Mileage114,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,948 miles
Since last MOT+5,721 miles
PASS
Mileage109,227 miles
Since last MOT+7,914 miles
PASS
Mileage101,313 miles
Since last MOT+11,221 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,092 miles
Since last MOT+16,559 miles
PASS
Mileage73,533 miles
Since last MOT+13,983 miles
PASS
Mileage59,550 miles
Since last MOT+8,461 miles
PASS
Mileage51,089 miles
Since last MOT+7,716 miles
PASS
Mileage43,373 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,373 miles
Since last MOT+5,963 miles
PASS
Mileage37,410 miles
Since last MOT+10,328 miles
PASS
Mileage27,082 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

RegistrationEN53 DHK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EN53 DHK

What car is EN53 DHK?

EN53 DHK is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EN53 DHK?

The last recorded mileage for EN53 DHK was 134,755 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN53 DHK passed its MOT?

EN53 DHK has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2020.

Is EN53 DHK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN53 DHK 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 EN53 DHK?

EN53 DHK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.