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EG04 DLY

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 129,297 miles on the clock, averaging 9,073 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 EG04 DLY

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,297
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
9,073

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 reading129,297 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,073
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EG04 DLY 28k53k79k104k129k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,297 miles
Since last MOT+12,544 miles
PASS
Mileage116,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,753 miles
Since last MOT+12,428 miles
PASS
Mileage104,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,325 miles
Since last MOT+9,742 miles
PASS
Mileage94,583 miles
Since last MOT+7,920 miles
PASS
Mileage86,663 miles
Since last MOT+7,459 miles
PASS
Mileage79,204 miles
Since last MOT+4,976 miles
PASS
Mileage74,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,228 miles
Since last MOT+6,950 miles
PASS
Mileage67,278 miles
Since last MOT+10,007 miles
PASS
Mileage57,271 miles
Since last MOT+10,168 miles
PASS
Mileage47,103 miles
Since last MOT+9,559 miles
PASS
Mileage37,544 miles
Since last MOT+9,353 miles
PASS
Mileage28,191 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

RegistrationEG04 DLY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEG — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EG04 DLY

What car is EG04 DLY?

EG04 DLY is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EG04 DLY?

The last recorded mileage for EG04 DLY was 129,297 miles, recorded on 13 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EG04 DLY passed its MOT?

EG04 DLY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2017.

Is EG04 DLY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG04 DLY 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 EG04 DLY?

EG04 DLY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.