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NJ54 MLN

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 128,587 miles on the clock, averaging 4,741 miles per year, well 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 NJ54 MLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,587
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,741

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

Low mileage
Latest reading128,587 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17
Average per year4,741
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ54 MLN 82k94k105k117k129k '07'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,587 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,570 miles
Since last MOT+7,264 miles
PASS
Mileage121,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,765 miles
PASS
Mileage116,541 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,822 miles
Since last MOT+13,396 miles
PASS
Mileage103,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,426 miles
Since last MOT+7,454 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,972 miles
Since last MOT+3,693 miles
PASS
Mileage92,279 miles
Since last MOT+3,199 miles
PASS
Mileage89,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,080 miles
Since last MOT+6,838 miles
PASS
Mileage82,242 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

RegistrationNJ54 MLN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About NJ54 MLN

What car is NJ54 MLN?

NJ54 MLN is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.

What is the mileage of NJ54 MLN?

The last recorded mileage for NJ54 MLN was 128,587 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ54 MLN passed its MOT?

NJ54 MLN has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2017.

Is NJ54 MLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ54 MLN 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 NJ54 MLN?

NJ54 MLN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.