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BW04 KVF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 86,375 miles on the clock, averaging 4,150 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 BW04 KVF

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,375
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,150

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading86,375 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,150
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BW04 KVF 23k39k55k71k86k '07'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,375 miles
Since last MOT+5,218 miles
PASS
Mileage81,157 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,157 miles
Since last MOT+7,263 miles
PASS
Mileage73,894 miles
Since last MOT+4,768 miles
PASS
Mileage69,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,126 miles
Since last MOT+3,809 miles
PASS
Mileage65,317 miles
Since last MOT+4,434 miles
PASS
Mileage60,883 miles
Since last MOT+6,250 miles
PASS
Mileage54,633 miles
Since last MOT+3,785 miles
PASS
Mileage50,848 miles
Since last MOT+3,781 miles
PASS
Mileage47,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,067 miles
Since last MOT+5,132 miles
PASS
Mileage41,935 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,935 miles
Since last MOT+4,368 miles
PASS
Mileage37,567 miles
Since last MOT+4,273 miles
PASS
Mileage33,294 miles
Since last MOT+2,633 miles
PASS
Mileage30,661 miles
Since last MOT+3,273 miles
PASS
Mileage27,388 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,989 miles
PASS
Mileage23,399 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

RegistrationBW04 KVF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeBW — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About BW04 KVF

What car is BW04 KVF?

BW04 KVF is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of BW04 KVF?

The last recorded mileage for BW04 KVF was 86,375 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BW04 KVF passed its MOT?

BW04 KVF has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2022.

Is BW04 KVF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW04 KVF 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 BW04 KVF?

BW04 KVF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.