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EO53 FTJ

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 77,882 miles on the clock, averaging 11,726 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 EO53 FTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,882
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,726

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading77,882 miles
Reading date
Miles last year875
Average per year11,726
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 FTJ 24k37k51k64k78k '07'11'09

Check EO53 FTJ

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,882 miles
Since last MOT+875 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,007 miles
Since last MOT+23,059 miles
PASS
Mileage53,948 miles
Since last MOT+9,327 miles
PASS
Mileage44,621 miles
Since last MOT+10,736 miles
PASS
Mileage33,885 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,885 miles
Since last MOT+10,354 miles
PASS
Mileage23,531 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

RegistrationEO53 FTJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 FTJ

What car is EO53 FTJ?

EO53 FTJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EO53 FTJ?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 FTJ was 77,882 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 FTJ passed its MOT?

EO53 FTJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2011.

Is EO53 FTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 FTJ 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 EO53 FTJ?

EO53 FTJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.