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EP04 HHM

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 159,581 miles on the clock, averaging 11,178 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 EP04 HHM

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,581
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,178

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 reading159,581 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,535
Average per year11,178
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EP04 HHM 50k77k105k132k160k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,581 miles
Since last MOT+9,535 miles
PASS
Mileage150,046 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,045 miles
Since last MOT+9,213 miles
PASS
Mileage140,832 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,830 miles
Since last MOT+13,188 miles
PASS
Mileage127,642 miles
Since last MOT+18,382 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,260 miles
Since last MOT+9,645 miles
PASS
Mileage99,615 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,615 miles
Since last MOT+9,247 miles
PASS
Mileage90,368 miles
Since last MOT+2,103 miles
PASS
Mileage88,265 miles
Since last MOT+12,173 miles
PASS
Mileage76,092 miles
Since last MOT+12,935 miles
PASS
Mileage63,157 miles
Since last MOT+13,132 miles
PASS
Mileage50,025 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,022 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 HHM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEP — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EP04 HHM

What car is EP04 HHM?

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

What is the mileage of EP04 HHM?

The last recorded mileage for EP04 HHM was 159,581 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EP04 HHM passed its MOT?

EP04 HHM has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2017.

Is EP04 HHM ULEZ compliant?

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

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