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PY54 CLU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 166,143 miles on the clock, averaging 13,210 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 PY54 CLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,143
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
13,210

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading166,143 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,210
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY54 CLU 55k83k111k138k166k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage166,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,143 miles
Since last MOT+20,766 miles
PASS
Mileage145,377 miles
Since last MOT+23,780 miles
PASS
Mileage121,597 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,570 miles
Since last MOT+28,122 miles
PASS
Mileage93,448 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,440 miles
Since last MOT+10,421 miles
PASS
Mileage83,019 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,956 miles
Since last MOT+12,979 miles
PASS
Mileage69,977 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,967 miles
Since last MOT+4,707 miles
PASS
Mileage65,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,756 miles
PASS
Mileage60,504 miles
Since last MOT+5,221 miles
PASS
Mileage55,283 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

RegistrationPY54 CLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About PY54 CLU

What car is PY54 CLU?

PY54 CLU is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2004.

What is the mileage of PY54 CLU?

The last recorded mileage for PY54 CLU was 166,143 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY54 CLU passed its MOT?

PY54 CLU has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2016.

Is PY54 CLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 CLU 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 PY54 CLU?

PY54 CLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.