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BN04 WUL

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 102,820 miles on the clock, averaging 4,793 miles per year, well 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 BN04 WUL

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,820
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,793

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,820 miles
Reading date
Miles last year49
Average per year4,793
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN04 WUL 39k55k71k87k103k '07'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,820 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,771 miles
Since last MOT+3,151 miles
PASS
Mileage99,620 miles
Since last MOT+1,584 miles
PASS
Mileage98,036 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,036 miles
Since last MOT+5,625 miles
PASS
Mileage92,411 miles
Since last MOT+5,002 miles
PASS
Mileage87,409 miles
Since last MOT+4,387 miles
PASS
Mileage83,022 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,990 miles
Since last MOT+5,842 miles
PASS
Mileage77,148 miles
Since last MOT+6,029 miles
PASS
Mileage71,119 miles
Since last MOT+6,539 miles
PASS
Mileage64,580 miles
Since last MOT+5,142 miles
PASS
Mileage59,438 miles
Since last MOT+5,050 miles
PASS
Mileage54,388 miles
Since last MOT+5,228 miles
PASS
Mileage49,160 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,160 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage44,244 miles
Since last MOT+4,969 miles
PASS
Mileage39,275 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

RegistrationBN04 WUL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About BN04 WUL

What car is BN04 WUL?

BN04 WUL is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BN04 WUL?

The last recorded mileage for BN04 WUL was 102,820 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN04 WUL passed its MOT?

BN04 WUL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2020.

Is BN04 WUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN04 WUL 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 BN04 WUL?

BN04 WUL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.