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DN04 WLE

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Shrewsbury, 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 177,486 miles on the clock, averaging 15,788 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 DN04 WLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
177,486
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
15,788

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading177,486 miles
Reading date
Average per year15,788
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DN04 WLE 46k79k112k145k177k '07'15'11

Check DN04 WLE

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage177,486 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage177,486 miles
Since last MOT+10,749 miles
PASS
Mileage166,737 miles
FAIL
FAIL
Mileage154,757 miles
Since last MOT+13,756 miles
PASS
Mileage141,001 miles
Since last MOT+15,989 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,012 miles
Since last MOT+11,781 miles
PASS
Mileage113,231 miles
Since last MOT+2,130 miles
PASS
Mileage111,101 miles
Since last MOT+23,793 miles
PASS
Mileage87,308 miles
Since last MOT+19,489 miles
PASS
Mileage67,819 miles
Since last MOT+21,648 miles
PASS
Mileage46,171 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

RegistrationDN04 WLE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeDN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About DN04 WLE

What car is DN04 WLE?

DN04 WLE is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.

What is the mileage of DN04 WLE?

The last recorded mileage for DN04 WLE was 177,486 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DN04 WLE passed its MOT?

DN04 WLE has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2015.

Is DN04 WLE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN04 WLE 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 DN04 WLE?

DN04 WLE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.