Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 129,420 miles on the clock, averaging 9,834 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EA04 LXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,834 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA04 LXU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EA04 LXU
What car is EA04 LXU?
EA04 LXU is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EA04 LXU?
The last recorded mileage for EA04 LXU was 129,420 miles, recorded on 1 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA04 LXU passed its MOT?
EA04 LXU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2015.
Is EA04 LXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA04 LXU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EA04 LXU?
EA04 LXU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.