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PX54 VSO

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 127,070 miles on the clock, averaging 7,111 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 PX54 VSO

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,070
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,111

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 reading127,070 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year7,111
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX54 VSO 60k77k94k110k127k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,070 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,061 miles
Since last MOT+7,038 miles
PASS
Mileage120,023 miles
Since last MOT+6,713 miles
PASS
Mileage113,310 miles
Since last MOT+7,132 miles
PASS
Mileage106,178 miles
Since last MOT+6,485 miles
PASS
Mileage99,693 miles
Since last MOT+2,649 miles
PASS
Mileage97,044 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,044 miles
Since last MOT+4,167 miles
PASS
Mileage92,877 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,334 miles
PASS
Mileage86,512 miles
Since last MOT+6,818 miles
PASS
Mileage79,694 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,694 miles
Since last MOT+3,405 miles
PASS
Mileage76,289 miles
Since last MOT+16,082 miles
PASS
Mileage60,207 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,173 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

RegistrationPX54 VSO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About PX54 VSO

What car is PX54 VSO?

PX54 VSO is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2004.

What is the mileage of PX54 VSO?

The last recorded mileage for PX54 VSO was 127,070 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX54 VSO passed its MOT?

PX54 VSO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2017.

Is PX54 VSO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX54 VSO 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 PX54 VSO?

PX54 VSO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.