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SM54 EYO

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 142,629 miles on the clock, averaging 14,284 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 SM54 EYO

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,629
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
14,284

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading142,629 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,284
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM54 EYO 26k55k84k113k143k '07'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,629 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,629 miles
Since last MOT+66,964 miles
PASS
Mileage75,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,665 miles
Since last MOT+584 miles
PASS
Mileage75,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,081 miles
Since last MOT+9,426 miles
PASS
Mileage65,655 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,655 miles
Since last MOT+11,418 miles
PASS
Mileage54,237 miles
Since last MOT+370 miles
PASS
Mileage53,867 miles
Since last MOT+7,309 miles
PASS
Mileage46,558 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,556 miles
Since last MOT+20,787 miles
PASS
Mileage25,769 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

RegistrationSM54 EYO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About SM54 EYO

What car is SM54 EYO?

SM54 EYO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.

What is the mileage of SM54 EYO?

The last recorded mileage for SM54 EYO was 142,629 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM54 EYO passed its MOT?

SM54 EYO has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2016.

Is SM54 EYO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 EYO 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 EYO?

SM54 EYO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.