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SE53 JZX

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 152,827 miles on the clock, averaging 13,506 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 SE53 JZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,827
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
13,506

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,827 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,879
Average per year13,506
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SE53 JZX 84k101k118k136k153k '07'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,827 miles
Since last MOT+14,879 miles
PASS
Mileage137,948 miles
Since last MOT+156 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,792 miles
Since last MOT+9,755 miles
PASS
Mileage128,037 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,033 miles
Since last MOT+15,662 miles
PASS
Mileage112,371 miles
Since last MOT+17,498 miles
PASS
Mileage94,873 miles
Since last MOT+11,006 miles
PASS
Mileage83,867 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

RegistrationSE53 JZX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSE — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SE53 JZX

What car is SE53 JZX?

SE53 JZX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.

What is the mileage of SE53 JZX?

The last recorded mileage for SE53 JZX was 152,827 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SE53 JZX passed its MOT?

SE53 JZX has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2012.

Is SE53 JZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 JZX 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 SE53 JZX?

SE53 JZX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.