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EJ54 TXK

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

98,525 mi
Last recorded98,525 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ54 TXK
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 98,525 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 98,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust heat shield loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 95,762 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Rear Suspension arms corroded.

Offside Rear Suspension arms corroded.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 95,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Rear Suspension arms corroded.

Offside Rear Suspension arms corroded.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 88,807 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 88,789 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 86,917 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 84,397 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 84,395 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 79,955 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 79,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside parking brake efficiency low

Pass 12 Oct 2019 76,621 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 76,621 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 72,635 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 67,083 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 64,109 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 60,460 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 55,994 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2014 55,379 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 50,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 Aug 2012 47,583 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 1 Sep 2011 44,301 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 44,299 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 40,551 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 40,551 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 34,829 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 34,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 28,089 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 23,056 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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EJ54 TXK is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 75,889 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Focus C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ54 TXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ54 TXK registered?

EJ54 TXK is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is EJ54 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ54 TXK shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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