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CE04 GFV

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 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 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 111,434 miles on the clock, averaging 10,703 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 CE04 GFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,434
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,703

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading111,434 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,084
Average per year10,703
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CE04 GFV 30k50k71k91k111k '07'14'10

Check CE04 GFV

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,434 miles
Since last MOT+15,084 miles
PASS
Mileage96,350 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,350 miles
Since last MOT+6,778 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,572 miles
Since last MOT+5,626 miles
PASS
Mileage83,946 miles
Since last MOT+4,829 miles
PASS
Mileage79,117 miles
Since last MOT+11,541 miles
PASS
Mileage67,576 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,576 miles
Since last MOT+14,025 miles
PASS
Mileage53,551 miles
Since last MOT+16,572 miles
PASS
Mileage36,979 miles
Since last MOT+6,970 miles
PASS
Mileage30,009 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

RegistrationCE04 GFV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About CE04 GFV

What car is CE04 GFV?

CE04 GFV is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2004.

What is the mileage of CE04 GFV?

The last recorded mileage for CE04 GFV was 111,434 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE04 GFV passed its MOT?

CE04 GFV has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2014.

Is CE04 GFV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE04 GFV 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 CE04 GFV?

CE04 GFV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.