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EU54 TUW

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 176,595 miles on the clock, averaging 6,374 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 TUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,595
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,374

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading176,595 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,374
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU54 TUW 78k103k128k152k177k '07'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,595 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,593 miles
Since last MOT+3,987 miles
PASS
Mileage172,606 miles
Since last MOT+4,794 miles
PASS
Mileage167,812 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,804 miles
Since last MOT+13,355 miles
PASS
Mileage154,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,449 miles
Since last MOT+4,574 miles
PASS
Mileage149,875 miles
Since last MOT+6,040 miles
PASS
Mileage143,835 miles
Since last MOT+11,171 miles
PASS
Mileage132,664 miles
Since last MOT+4,959 miles
PASS
Mileage127,705 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,701 miles
Since last MOT+4,614 miles
PASS
Mileage123,087 miles
Since last MOT+5,193 miles
PASS
Mileage117,894 miles
Since last MOT+3,317 miles
PASS
Mileage114,577 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,577 miles
Since last MOT+7,461 miles
PASS
Mileage107,116 miles
Since last MOT+7,381 miles
PASS
Mileage99,735 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,729 miles
Since last MOT+11,084 miles
PASS
Mileage88,645 miles
Since last MOT+138 miles
PASS
Mileage88,507 miles
Since last MOT+10,038 miles
PASS
Mileage78,469 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 TUW
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 TUW

What car is EU54 TUW?

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

What is the mileage of EU54 TUW?

The last recorded mileage for EU54 TUW was 176,595 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU54 TUW passed its MOT?

EU54 TUW has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2023.

Is EU54 TUW ULEZ compliant?

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

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