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EF04 VRR

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 120,367 miles on the clock, averaging 12,545 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 EF04 VRR

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,367
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,545

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading120,367 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,190
Average per year12,545
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF04 VRR 32k54k76k98k120k '07'14'11

Check EF04 VRR

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,367 miles
Since last MOT+16,190 miles
PASS
Mileage104,177 miles
Since last MOT+11,843 miles
PASS
Mileage92,334 miles
Since last MOT+13,174 miles
PASS
Mileage79,160 miles
Since last MOT+12,319 miles
PASS
Mileage66,841 miles
Since last MOT+11,706 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,135 miles
Since last MOT+11,819 miles
PASS
Mileage43,316 miles
Since last MOT+11,179 miles
PASS
Mileage32,137 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 VRR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EF04 VRR

What car is EF04 VRR?

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

What is the mileage of EF04 VRR?

The last recorded mileage for EF04 VRR was 120,367 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF04 VRR passed its MOT?

EF04 VRR has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2014.

Is EF04 VRR ULEZ compliant?

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

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