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EU54 NEJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 162,692 miles on the clock, averaging 6,928 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 EU54 NEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,692
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2012
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
6,928

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 reading162,692 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,469
Average per year6,928
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EU54 NEJ 131k139k147k155k163k '12'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,692 miles
Since last MOT+8,469 miles
PASS
Mileage154,223 miles
Since last MOT+5,927 miles
PASS
Mileage148,296 miles
Since last MOT+7,391 miles
PASS
Mileage140,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,905 miles
Since last MOT+9,882 miles
PASS
Mileage131,023 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

RegistrationEU54 NEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EU54 NEJ

What car is EU54 NEJ?

EU54 NEJ is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EU54 NEJ?

The last recorded mileage for EU54 NEJ was 162,692 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU54 NEJ passed its MOT?

EU54 NEJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Aug 2016.

Is EU54 NEJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU54 NEJ 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 EU54 NEJ?

EU54 NEJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.