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FJ54 OXU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Maroon Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourMaroon
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 99,757 miles on the clock, averaging 8,973 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 FJ54 OXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,757
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,973

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading99,757 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,201
Average per year8,973
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ54 OXU 30k48k65k82k100k '07'15'11

Check FJ54 OXU

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage99,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,201 miles
PASS
Mileage93,556 miles
Since last MOT+8,523 miles
PASS
Mileage85,033 miles
Since last MOT+6,304 miles
PASS
Mileage78,729 miles
Since last MOT+10,585 miles
PASS
Mileage68,144 miles
Since last MOT+19,586 miles
PASS
Mileage48,558 miles
Since last MOT+5,644 miles
PASS
Mileage42,914 miles
Since last MOT+4,188 miles
PASS
Mileage38,726 miles
Since last MOT+8,351 miles
PASS
Mileage30,375 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

RegistrationFJ54 OXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About FJ54 OXU

What car is FJ54 OXU?

FJ54 OXU is an maroon Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FJ54 OXU?

The last recorded mileage for FJ54 OXU was 99,757 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ54 OXU passed its MOT?

FJ54 OXU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2015.

Is FJ54 OXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ54 OXU 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 FJ54 OXU?

FJ54 OXU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.