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BJ04 LXN

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 234,860 miles on the clock, averaging 22,548 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 BJ04 LXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
234,860
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
22,548

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading234,860 miles
Reading date
Average per year22,548
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BJ04 LXN 73k113k154k194k235k '07'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage234,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage234,860 miles
Since last MOT+26,989 miles
PASS
Mileage207,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage207,871 miles
Since last MOT+25,694 miles
PASS
Mileage182,177 miles
Since last MOT+27,648 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,529 miles
Since last MOT+25,769 miles
PASS
Mileage128,760 miles
Since last MOT+21,118 miles
PASS
Mileage107,642 miles
Since last MOT+18,575 miles
PASS
Mileage89,067 miles
Since last MOT+16,138 miles
PASS
Mileage72,929 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,929 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

RegistrationBJ04 LXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About BJ04 LXN

What car is BJ04 LXN?

BJ04 LXN is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BJ04 LXN?

The last recorded mileage for BJ04 LXN was 234,860 miles, recorded on 7 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ04 LXN passed its MOT?

BJ04 LXN has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2014.

Is BJ04 LXN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ04 LXN 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 BJ04 LXN?

BJ04 LXN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.