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WJ54 GZU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 109,569 miles on the clock, averaging 5,927 miles per year, below 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 WJ54 GZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,569
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,927

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,569 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,022
Average per year5,927
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ54 GZU 40k57k75k92k110k '07'19'13

Check WJ54 GZU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,569 miles
Since last MOT+4,022 miles
PASS
Mileage105,547 miles
Since last MOT+4,055 miles
PASS
Mileage101,492 miles
Since last MOT+4,776 miles
PASS
Mileage96,716 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,716 miles
Since last MOT+3,778 miles
PASS
Mileage92,938 miles
Since last MOT+10,293 miles
PASS
Mileage82,645 miles
Since last MOT+7,740 miles
PASS
Mileage74,905 miles
Since last MOT+6,680 miles
PASS
Mileage68,225 miles
Since last MOT+5,765 miles
PASS
Mileage62,460 miles
Since last MOT+6,500 miles
PASS
Mileage55,960 miles
Since last MOT+5,978 miles
PASS
Mileage49,982 miles
Since last MOT+10,180 miles
PASS
Mileage39,802 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

RegistrationWJ54 GZU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWJ — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About WJ54 GZU

What car is WJ54 GZU?

WJ54 GZU is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WJ54 GZU?

The last recorded mileage for WJ54 GZU was 109,569 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ54 GZU passed its MOT?

WJ54 GZU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jun 2019.

Is WJ54 GZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ54 GZU 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 WJ54 GZU?

WJ54 GZU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.