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BD04 PZW

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 198,431 miles on the clock, averaging 12,485 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 BD04 PZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
198,431
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
12,485

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 reading198,431 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,604
Average per year12,485
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD04 PZW 72k104k135k167k198k '08'18'14

Check BD04 PZW

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage198,431 miles
Since last MOT+5,604 miles
PASS
Mileage192,827 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage192,767 miles
Since last MOT+5,219 miles
PASS
Mileage187,548 miles
Since last MOT+11,351 miles
PASS
Mileage176,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage176,197 miles
Since last MOT+11,232 miles
PASS
Mileage164,965 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,965 miles
Since last MOT+13,812 miles
PASS
Mileage151,153 miles
Since last MOT+15,194 miles
PASS
Mileage135,959 miles
Since last MOT+15,925 miles
PASS
Mileage120,034 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,034 miles
Since last MOT+16,118 miles
PASS
Mileage103,916 miles
Since last MOT+15,670 miles
PASS
Mileage88,246 miles
Since last MOT+16,282 miles
PASS
Mileage71,964 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

RegistrationBD04 PZW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About BD04 PZW

What car is BD04 PZW?

BD04 PZW is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BD04 PZW?

The last recorded mileage for BD04 PZW was 198,431 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD04 PZW passed its MOT?

BD04 PZW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 6 Jun 2018.

Is BD04 PZW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD04 PZW 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 BD04 PZW?

BD04 PZW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.