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EA04 BYP

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 139,902 miles on the clock, averaging 7,416 miles per year, around 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 EA04 BYP

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,902
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,416

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading139,902 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,012
Average per year7,416
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA04 BYP 53k75k96k118k140k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,902 miles
Since last MOT+5,012 miles
PASS
Mileage134,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,890 miles
Since last MOT+5,847 miles
PASS
Mileage129,043 miles
Since last MOT+2,875 miles
PASS
Mileage126,168 miles
Since last MOT+5,862 miles
PASS
Mileage120,306 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,746 miles
PASS
Mileage115,560 miles
Since last MOT+7,921 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,639 miles
Since last MOT+7,250 miles
PASS
Mileage100,389 miles
Since last MOT+5,237 miles
PASS
Mileage95,152 miles
Since last MOT+2,725 miles
PASS
Mileage92,427 miles
Since last MOT+15,869 miles
PASS
Mileage76,558 miles
Since last MOT+14,109 miles
PASS
Mileage62,449 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,421 miles
Since last MOT+9,359 miles
PASS
Mileage53,062 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

RegistrationEA04 BYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EA04 BYP

What car is EA04 BYP?

EA04 BYP is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EA04 BYP?

The last recorded mileage for EA04 BYP was 139,902 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA04 BYP passed its MOT?

EA04 BYP has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2019.

Is EA04 BYP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA04 BYP 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 EA04 BYP?

EA04 BYP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.