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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 178,951 miles on the clock, averaging 9,096 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BG04 CWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,951 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,003 |
| Average per year | 9,096 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BG04 CWV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BG04 CWV
What car is BG04 CWV?
BG04 CWV is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG04 CWV?
The last recorded mileage for BG04 CWV was 178,951 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG04 CWV passed its MOT?
BG04 CWV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2019.
Is BG04 CWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG04 CWV 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 BG04 CWV?
BG04 CWV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.