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EF04 EKZ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 108,718 miles on the clock, averaging 4,478 miles per year, well 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 EF04 EKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,718
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,478

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading108,718 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,194
Average per year4,478
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF04 EKZ 43k59k76k92k109k '07'22'14

Check EF04 EKZ

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,718 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
PASS
Mileage103,524 miles
Since last MOT+4,641 miles
PASS
Mileage98,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage93,858 miles
Since last MOT+3,412 miles
PASS
Mileage90,446 miles
Since last MOT+8,370 miles
PASS
Mileage82,076 miles
Since last MOT+5,808 miles
PASS
Mileage76,268 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,268 miles
Since last MOT+7,421 miles
PASS
Mileage68,847 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,847 miles
Since last MOT+7,560 miles
PASS
Mileage61,287 miles
Since last MOT+3,199 miles
PASS
Mileage58,088 miles
Since last MOT+1,751 miles
PASS
Mileage56,337 miles
Since last MOT+1,372 miles
PASS
Mileage54,965 miles
Since last MOT+1,114 miles
PASS
Mileage53,851 miles
Since last MOT+5,032 miles
PASS
Mileage48,819 miles
Since last MOT+325 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,494 miles
Since last MOT+5,566 miles
PASS
Mileage42,928 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

RegistrationEF04 EKZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EF04 EKZ

What car is EF04 EKZ?

EF04 EKZ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EF04 EKZ?

The last recorded mileage for EF04 EKZ was 108,718 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF04 EKZ passed its MOT?

EF04 EKZ has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2022.

Is EF04 EKZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF04 EKZ 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 EF04 EKZ?

EF04 EKZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.