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EG04 VGY

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 82,488 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for EG04 VGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,488
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2007
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading82,488 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,544
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for EG04 VGY 80k81k81k82k82k '07'07

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,544 miles
PASS
Mileage79,944 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 VGY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEG — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EG04 VGY

What car is EG04 VGY?

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

What is the mileage of EG04 VGY?

The last recorded mileage for EG04 VGY was 82,488 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EG04 VGY passed its MOT?

EG04 VGY has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2007.

Is EG04 VGY ULEZ compliant?

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

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