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SD54 PLF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 135,383 miles on the clock, averaging 8,277 miles per year, around 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 SD54 PLF

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,383
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,277

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading135,383 miles
Reading date
Miles last year61
Average per year8,277
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD54 PLF 43k66k89k112k135k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,383 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,322 miles
Since last MOT+13,072 miles
PASS
Mileage122,250 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,140 miles
Since last MOT+10,344 miles
PASS
Mileage111,796 miles
Since last MOT+7,321 miles
PASS
Mileage104,475 miles
Since last MOT+114 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,361 miles
Since last MOT+7,869 miles
PASS
Mileage96,492 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,492 miles
Since last MOT+6,414 miles
PASS
Mileage90,078 miles
Since last MOT+6,364 miles
PASS
Mileage83,714 miles
Since last MOT+6,864 miles
PASS
Mileage76,850 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,753 miles
Since last MOT+7,523 miles
PASS
Mileage69,230 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,230 miles
Since last MOT+8,633 miles
PASS
Mileage60,597 miles
Since last MOT+7,464 miles
PASS
Mileage53,133 miles
Since last MOT+9,645 miles
PASS
Mileage43,488 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,488 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

RegistrationSD54 PLF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SD54 PLF

What car is SD54 PLF?

SD54 PLF is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.

What is the mileage of SD54 PLF?

The last recorded mileage for SD54 PLF was 135,383 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD54 PLF passed its MOT?

SD54 PLF has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2018.

Is SD54 PLF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD54 PLF 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 SD54 PLF?

SD54 PLF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.