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EU54 TUV

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 170,463 miles on the clock, averaging 14,959 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 EU54 TUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,463
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
14,959

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 reading170,463 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,959
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU54 TUV 75k99k123k147k170k '07'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,463 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage170,463 miles
Since last MOT+9,480 miles
PASS
Mileage160,983 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,905 miles
Since last MOT+6,587 miles
PASS
Mileage154,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,318 miles
Since last MOT+22,183 miles
PASS
Mileage132,135 miles
Since last MOT+21,944 miles
PASS
Mileage110,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,191 miles
Since last MOT+22,987 miles
PASS
Mileage87,204 miles
Since last MOT+12,418 miles
PASS
Mileage74,786 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 TUV
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 TUV

What car is EU54 TUV?

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

What is the mileage of EU54 TUV?

The last recorded mileage for EU54 TUV was 170,463 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU54 TUV passed its MOT?

EU54 TUV has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2014.

Is EU54 TUV ULEZ compliant?

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

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