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YR54 MZL

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 123,068 miles on the clock, averaging 6,383 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 YR54 MZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,068
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,383

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,068 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,383
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR54 MZL 68k82k95k109k123k '07'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,068 miles
Since last MOT+5,116 miles
PASS
Mileage117,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,952 miles
Since last MOT+2,993 miles
PASS
Mileage114,959 miles
Since last MOT+5,777 miles
PASS
Mileage109,182 miles
Since last MOT+7,143 miles
PASS
Mileage102,039 miles
Since last MOT+5,204 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,835 miles
Since last MOT+11,262 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,573 miles
Since last MOT+6,934 miles
PASS
Mileage78,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,639 miles
Since last MOT+10,846 miles
PASS
Mileage67,793 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

RegistrationYR54 MZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About YR54 MZL

What car is YR54 MZL?

YR54 MZL is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.

What is the mileage of YR54 MZL?

The last recorded mileage for YR54 MZL was 123,068 miles, recorded on 5 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR54 MZL passed its MOT?

YR54 MZL has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2016.

Is YR54 MZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR54 MZL 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 YR54 MZL?

YR54 MZL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.