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DG04 BKU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 115,849 miles on the clock, averaging 7,359 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 DG04 BKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,849
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
7,359

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

Below average
Latest reading115,849 miles
Reading date
Miles last year581
Average per year7,359
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG04 BKU 57k71k86k101k116k '07'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,849 miles
Since last MOT+581 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,268 miles
Since last MOT+7,505 miles
PASS
Mileage107,763 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,747 miles
Since last MOT+5,295 miles
PASS
Mileage102,452 miles
Since last MOT+4,666 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,383 miles
PASS
Mileage90,403 miles
Since last MOT+6,250 miles
PASS
Mileage84,153 miles
Since last MOT+6,563 miles
PASS
Mileage77,590 miles
Since last MOT+2,913 miles
PASS
Mileage74,677 miles
Since last MOT+18,041 miles
PASS
Mileage56,636 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

RegistrationDG04 BKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About DG04 BKU

What car is DG04 BKU?

DG04 BKU is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.

What is the mileage of DG04 BKU?

The last recorded mileage for DG04 BKU was 115,849 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG04 BKU passed its MOT?

DG04 BKU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2015.

Is DG04 BKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG04 BKU 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 DG04 BKU?

DG04 BKU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.