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SH54 NCO

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 184,977 miles on the clock, averaging 13,002 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 SH54 NCO

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,977
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,002

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 reading184,977 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,462
Average per year13,002
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH54 NCO 89k113k137k161k185k '07'15'12

Check SH54 NCO

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,977 miles
Since last MOT+15,462 miles
PASS
Mileage169,515 miles
Since last MOT+8,820 miles
PASS
Mileage160,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,695 miles
Since last MOT+6,096 miles
PASS
Mileage154,599 miles
Since last MOT+6,811 miles
PASS
Mileage147,788 miles
Since last MOT+7,916 miles
PASS
Mileage139,872 miles
Since last MOT+15,132 miles
PASS
Mileage124,740 miles
Since last MOT+36,086 miles
PASS
Mileage88,654 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,654 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

RegistrationSH54 NCO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SH54 NCO

What car is SH54 NCO?

SH54 NCO is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.

What is the mileage of SH54 NCO?

The last recorded mileage for SH54 NCO was 184,977 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH54 NCO passed its MOT?

SH54 NCO has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2015.

Is SH54 NCO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH54 NCO 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 SH54 NCO?

SH54 NCO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.