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 Petrol 1988cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 89,593 miles on the clock, averaging 5,279 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BA04 LPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,593 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,399 |
| Average per year | 5,279 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BA04 LPE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BA — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BA04 LPE
What car is BA04 LPE?
BA04 LPE is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BA04 LPE?
The last recorded mileage for BA04 LPE was 89,593 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BA04 LPE passed its MOT?
BA04 LPE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2017.
Is BA04 LPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BA04 LPE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BA04 LPE?
BA04 LPE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.