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DG54 CKU

2004 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

145,808 mi
Last recorded145,808 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 CKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 145,808 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 141,843 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 20 Nov 2023 137,586 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 132,924 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 127,145 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 121,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 115,499 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 115,499 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front flex (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 107,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 100,988 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 93,609 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 85,980 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 81,541 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 81,541 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 75,654 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 75,654 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 68,562 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 68,562 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 61,831 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 54,943 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 47,765 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 39,261 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 31,404 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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DG54 CKU is a 2004 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 73,902 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG54 CKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG54 CKU registered?

DG54 CKU is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is DG54 CKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 CKU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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