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LB54 BAO

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 144,176 miles on the clock, averaging 10,070 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 LB54 BAO

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,176
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,070

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 reading144,176 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,204
Average per year10,070
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB54 BAO 33k61k89k116k144k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,176 miles
Since last MOT+9,204 miles
PASS
Mileage134,972 miles
Since last MOT+8,075 miles
PASS
Mileage126,897 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,895 miles
Since last MOT+8,186 miles
PASS
Mileage118,709 miles
Since last MOT+15,516 miles
PASS
Mileage103,193 miles
Since last MOT+10,614 miles
PASS
Mileage92,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,579 miles
Since last MOT+16,544 miles
PASS
Mileage76,035 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,794 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage76,035 miles
Since last MOT+11,088 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,947 miles
Since last MOT+8,843 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,104 miles
Since last MOT+9,314 miles
PASS
Mileage46,790 miles
Since last MOT+13,616 miles
PASS
Mileage33,174 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

RegistrationLB54 BAO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About LB54 BAO

What car is LB54 BAO?

LB54 BAO is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.

What is the mileage of LB54 BAO?

The last recorded mileage for LB54 BAO was 144,176 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB54 BAO passed its MOT?

LB54 BAO has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2018.

Is LB54 BAO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB54 BAO 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 LB54 BAO?

LB54 BAO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.