Vehicle summary
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 104,546 miles on the clock, averaging 6,942 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 AW04 FTU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,546 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 88 |
| Average per year | 6,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AW04 FTU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AW — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AW04 FTU
What car is AW04 FTU?
AW04 FTU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AW04 FTU?
The last recorded mileage for AW04 FTU was 104,546 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AW04 FTU passed its MOT?
AW04 FTU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2016.
Is AW04 FTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AW04 FTU 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 AW04 FTU?
AW04 FTU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.