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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing 0 and failing once (0% pass rate). It has 63,682 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 PGE
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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 | SO53 PGE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 PGE
What car is SO53 PGE?
SO53 PGE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 PGE?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 PGE was 63,682 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 PGE passed its MOT?
SO53 PGE has had 1 MOT tests with a 0% pass rate (0 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 25 Jan 2007.
Is SO53 PGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 PGE 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 SO53 PGE?
SO53 PGE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.