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FH54 VNJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 137,113 miles on the clock, averaging 8,029 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 FH54 VNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,113
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,029

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,113 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,029
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH54 VNJ 59k79k98k118k137k '08'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,113 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,113 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage129,852 miles
Since last MOT+4,991 miles
PASS
Mileage124,861 miles
Since last MOT+9,664 miles
PASS
Mileage115,197 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,097 miles
Since last MOT+10,292 miles
PASS
Mileage104,805 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,804 miles
Since last MOT+7,927 miles
PASS
Mileage96,877 miles
Since last MOT+1,263 miles
PASS
Mileage95,614 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,569 miles
Since last MOT+11,334 miles
PASS
Mileage84,235 miles
Since last MOT+3,159 miles
PASS
Mileage81,076 miles
Since last MOT+8,803 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,273 miles
Since last MOT+13,220 miles
PASS
Mileage59,053 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,053 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

RegistrationFH54 VNJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About FH54 VNJ

What car is FH54 VNJ?

FH54 VNJ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FH54 VNJ?

The last recorded mileage for FH54 VNJ was 137,113 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH54 VNJ passed its MOT?

FH54 VNJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2018.

Is FH54 VNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH54 VNJ 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 FH54 VNJ?

FH54 VNJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.