Vehicle summary
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 144,343 miles on the clock, averaging 8,608 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 SM54 ELJ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,608 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SM54 ELJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 ELJ
What car is SM54 ELJ?
SM54 ELJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 ELJ was 144,343 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 ELJ passed its MOT?
SM54 ELJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2020.
Is SM54 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 ELJ 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 SM54 ELJ?
SM54 ELJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.