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ML54 LTJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 137,111 miles on the clock, averaging 10,665 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 ML54 LTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,111
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,665

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading137,111 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,746
Average per year10,665
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML54 LTJ 59k79k98k118k137k '07'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,111 miles
Since last MOT+8,746 miles
PASS
Mileage128,365 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,365 miles
Since last MOT+6,498 miles
PASS
Mileage121,867 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,737 miles
Since last MOT+6,202 miles
PASS
Mileage108,535 miles
Since last MOT+7,548 miles
PASS
Mileage100,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,987 miles
Since last MOT+21,228 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,759 miles
PASS
Mileage559,945 miles
Since last MOT+500,479 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,466 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

RegistrationML54 LTJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About ML54 LTJ

What car is ML54 LTJ?

ML54 LTJ is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of ML54 LTJ?

The last recorded mileage for ML54 LTJ was 137,111 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML54 LTJ passed its MOT?

ML54 LTJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2015.

Is ML54 LTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML54 LTJ 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 ML54 LTJ?

ML54 LTJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.