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AP04 FAU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 174,311 miles on the clock, averaging 13,904 miles per year, above 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 AP04 FAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
174,311
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
13,904

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading174,311 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year13,904
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP04 FAU 29k65k102k138k174k '07'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage174,311 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,310 miles
Since last MOT+29,410 miles
PASS
Mileage144,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,900 miles
Since last MOT+26,634 miles
PASS
Mileage118,266 miles
Since last MOT+7,557 miles
PASS
Mileage110,709 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,709 miles
Since last MOT+7,509 miles
PASS
Mileage103,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,200 miles
Since last MOT+11,173 miles
PASS
Mileage92,027 miles
Since last MOT+20,163 miles
PASS
Mileage71,864 miles
Since last MOT+10,538 miles
PASS
Mileage61,326 miles
Since last MOT+10,786 miles
PASS
Mileage50,540 miles
Since last MOT+10,395 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,145 miles
Since last MOT+10,942 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,203 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

RegistrationAP04 FAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About AP04 FAU

What car is AP04 FAU?

AP04 FAU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2004.

What is the mileage of AP04 FAU?

The last recorded mileage for AP04 FAU was 174,311 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP04 FAU passed its MOT?

AP04 FAU has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2017.

Is AP04 FAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP04 FAU 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 AP04 FAU?

AP04 FAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.