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 Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 101,479 miles on the clock, averaging 6,967 miles per year, 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 LFT
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,210 |
| Average per year | 6,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
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
| Registration | BW04 LFT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BW04 LFT
What car is BW04 LFT?
BW04 LFT is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BW04 LFT?
The last recorded mileage for BW04 LFT was 101,479 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW04 LFT passed its MOT?
BW04 LFT has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 23 Oct 2018.
Is BW04 LFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW04 LFT 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 LFT?
BW04 LFT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.