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PO54 XPA

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 187,152 miles on the clock, averaging 11,380 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 PO54 XPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
187,152
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
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
11,380

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 reading187,152 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,067
Average per year11,380
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PO54 XPA 66k96k127k157k187k '07'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage187,152 miles
Since last MOT+2,067 miles
PASS
Mileage185,085 miles
Since last MOT+3,527 miles
PASS
Mileage181,558 miles
Since last MOT+2,410 miles
PASS
Mileage179,148 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,148 miles
Since last MOT+4,672 miles
PASS
Mileage174,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,476 miles
Since last MOT+4,046 miles
PASS
Mileage170,430 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,407 miles
Since last MOT+4,679 miles
PASS
Mileage165,728 miles
Since last MOT+99,759 miles
PASS
Mileage65,969 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

RegistrationPO54 XPA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePO — Preston, Preston
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About PO54 XPA

What car is PO54 XPA?

PO54 XPA is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.

What is the mileage of PO54 XPA?

The last recorded mileage for PO54 XPA was 187,152 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PO54 XPA passed its MOT?

PO54 XPA has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2018.

Is PO54 XPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO54 XPA 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 PO54 XPA?

PO54 XPA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.