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NJ54 MUP

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 147,253 miles on the clock, averaging 10,339 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 NJ54 MUP

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,253
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,339

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 reading147,253 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year10,339
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ54 MUP 42k68k95k121k147k '07'17'12

Check NJ54 MUP

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,253 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,241 miles
Since last MOT+5,787 miles
PASS
Mileage141,454 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,454 miles
Since last MOT+4,786 miles
PASS
Mileage136,668 miles
Since last MOT+7,104 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,564 miles
Since last MOT+7,305 miles
PASS
Mileage122,259 miles
Since last MOT+5,871 miles
PASS
Mileage116,388 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,337 miles
Since last MOT+9,009 miles
PASS
Mileage107,328 miles
Since last MOT+424 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,904 miles
Since last MOT+21,229 miles
PASS
Mileage85,675 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,675 miles
Since last MOT+18,029 miles
PASS
Mileage67,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,646 miles
Since last MOT+10,536 miles
PASS
Mileage57,110 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,111 miles
Since last MOT+6,577 miles
PASS
Mileage50,534 miles
Since last MOT+8,557 miles
PASS
Mileage41,977 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 MUP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About NJ54 MUP

What car is NJ54 MUP?

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

What is the mileage of NJ54 MUP?

The last recorded mileage for NJ54 MUP was 147,253 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ54 MUP passed its MOT?

NJ54 MUP has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2017.

Is NJ54 MUP ULEZ compliant?

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

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