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SB54 DXP

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 281,052 miles on the clock, averaging 20,146 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 SB54 DXP

MOT Status
Due date passed
281,052
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
20,146

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 reading281,052 miles
Reading date
Miles last year204
Average per year20,146
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB54 DXP 103k147k192k237k281k '07'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage281,052 miles
Since last MOT+204 miles
FAIL
Mileage280,848 miles
Since last MOT+15,540 miles
PASS
Mileage265,308 miles
Since last MOT+407 miles
FAIL
Mileage264,901 miles
Since last MOT+10,619 miles
PASS
Mileage254,282 miles
Since last MOT+9,265 miles
FAIL
Mileage245,017 miles
PASS
Mileage247,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage247,734 miles
Since last MOT+810 miles
PASS
Mileage246,924 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage246,924 miles
Since last MOT+13,183 miles
PASS
Mileage233,741 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage233,717 miles
Since last MOT+13,052 miles
PASS
Mileage220,665 miles
Since last MOT+31,617 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,048 miles
Since last MOT+35,043 miles
PASS
Mileage154,005 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,964 miles
Since last MOT+27,098 miles
PASS
Mileage126,866 miles
Since last MOT+26,769 miles
PASS
Mileage100,097 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,074 miles
Since last MOT+28,899 miles
PASS
Mileage71,175 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
PASS
Mileage71,127 miles
PASS
Mileage102,945 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

RegistrationSB54 DXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SB54 DXP

What car is SB54 DXP?

SB54 DXP is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.

What is the mileage of SB54 DXP?

The last recorded mileage for SB54 DXP was 281,052 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB54 DXP passed its MOT?

SB54 DXP has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2016.

Is SB54 DXP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB54 DXP 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 SB54 DXP?

SB54 DXP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.