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EP04 GZT

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 84,518 miles on the clock, averaging 5,872 miles per year, 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 EP04 GZT

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,518
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,872

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

Below average
Latest reading84,518 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,872
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EP04 GZT 26k41k55k70k85k '07'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,518 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,517 miles
Since last MOT+6,797 miles
PASS
Mileage77,720 miles
Since last MOT+3,569 miles
PASS
Mileage74,151 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,151 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,151 miles
Since last MOT+3,643 miles
PASS
Mileage70,508 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,508 miles
Since last MOT+2,200 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,308 miles
Since last MOT+5,829 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,479 miles
Since last MOT+7,526 miles
PASS
Mileage54,953 miles
Since last MOT+8,082 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,871 miles
Since last MOT+7,617 miles
PASS
Mileage39,254 miles
Since last MOT+5,133 miles
PASS
Mileage34,121 miles
Since last MOT+7,837 miles
PASS
Mileage26,284 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

RegistrationEP04 GZT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEP — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EP04 GZT

What car is EP04 GZT?

EP04 GZT is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EP04 GZT?

The last recorded mileage for EP04 GZT was 84,518 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EP04 GZT passed its MOT?

EP04 GZT has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2017.

Is EP04 GZT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EP04 GZT 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 EP04 GZT?

EP04 GZT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.