Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 164,339 miles on the clock, averaging 13,497 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 EO04 XEP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,339 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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.
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
| Registration | EO04 XEP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About EO04 XEP
What car is EO04 XEP?
EO04 XEP is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EO04 XEP?
The last recorded mileage for EO04 XEP was 164,339 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO04 XEP passed its MOT?
EO04 XEP has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2016.
Is EO04 XEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO04 XEP 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 EO04 XEP?
EO04 XEP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.