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OU54 RXC

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 115,928 miles on the clock, averaging 5,343 miles per year, 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 OU54 RXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,928
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,343

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,928 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,109
Average per year5,343
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU54 RXC 64k77k90k103k116k '08'17'13

Check OU54 RXC

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,928 miles
Since last MOT+2,109 miles
PASS
Mileage113,819 miles
Since last MOT+2,392 miles
PASS
Mileage111,427 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,427 miles
Since last MOT+2,700 miles
PASS
Mileage108,727 miles
Since last MOT+2,767 miles
PASS
Mileage105,960 miles
Since last MOT+4,363 miles
PASS
Mileage101,597 miles
Since last MOT+2,911 miles
PASS
Mileage98,686 miles
Since last MOT+3,928 miles
PASS
Mileage94,758 miles
Since last MOT+12,830 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,928 miles
Since last MOT+17,567 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,361 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

RegistrationOU54 RXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About OU54 RXC

What car is OU54 RXC?

OU54 RXC is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.

What is the mileage of OU54 RXC?

The last recorded mileage for OU54 RXC was 115,928 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU54 RXC passed its MOT?

OU54 RXC has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2017.

Is OU54 RXC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU54 RXC 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 OU54 RXC?

OU54 RXC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.