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ET04 PVY

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 170,498 miles on the clock, averaging 16,477 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 ET04 PVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,498
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
16,477

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading170,498 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year16,477
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET04 PVY 21k59k96k133k170k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,498 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,483 miles
Since last MOT+35,013 miles
PASS
Mileage135,470 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,468 miles
Since last MOT+17,469 miles
PASS
Mileage135,999 miles
Since last MOT+16,867 miles
PASS
Mileage119,132 miles
Since last MOT+19,146 miles
PASS
Mileage99,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,986 miles
Since last MOT+16,638 miles
PASS
Mileage83,348 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,348 miles
Since last MOT+17,891 miles
PASS
Mileage65,457 miles
Since last MOT+18,301 miles
PASS
Mileage47,156 miles
Since last MOT+17,511 miles
PASS
Mileage29,645 miles
Since last MOT+124 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,521 miles
Since last MOT+8,025 miles
PASS
Mileage21,496 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

RegistrationET04 PVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About ET04 PVY

What car is ET04 PVY?

ET04 PVY is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of ET04 PVY?

The last recorded mileage for ET04 PVY was 170,498 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET04 PVY passed its MOT?

ET04 PVY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2016.

Is ET04 PVY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET04 PVY 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 ET04 PVY?

ET04 PVY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.