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DL04 CJL

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 130,324 miles on the clock, averaging 7,316 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 DL04 CJL

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,324
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
7,316

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 reading130,324 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,895
Average per year7,316
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DL04 CJL 29k55k80k105k130k '07'21'16

Check DL04 CJL

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,324 miles
Since last MOT+4,895 miles
PASS
Mileage125,429 miles
Since last MOT+2,471 miles
PASS
Mileage122,958 miles
Since last MOT+2,919 miles
PASS
Mileage120,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,039 miles
Since last MOT+4,282 miles
PASS
Mileage115,757 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,757 miles
Since last MOT+4,227 miles
PASS
Mileage111,530 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,529 miles
Since last MOT+5,605 miles
PASS
Mileage105,924 miles
Since last MOT+5,475 miles
PASS
Mileage100,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,536 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,913 miles
Since last MOT+7,828 miles
PASS
Mileage85,085 miles
Since last MOT+10,132 miles
PASS
Mileage74,953 miles
Since last MOT+14,694 miles
PASS
Mileage60,259 miles
Since last MOT+12,946 miles
PASS
Mileage47,313 miles
Since last MOT+10,892 miles
PASS
Mileage36,421 miles
Since last MOT+6,981 miles
PASS
Mileage29,440 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

RegistrationDL04 CJL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeDL — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About DL04 CJL

What car is DL04 CJL?

DL04 CJL is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.

What is the mileage of DL04 CJL?

The last recorded mileage for DL04 CJL was 130,324 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DL04 CJL passed its MOT?

DL04 CJL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2021.

Is DL04 CJL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DL04 CJL 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 DL04 CJL?

DL04 CJL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.