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EU04 DPE

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 139,203 miles on the clock, averaging 8,458 miles per year, around 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 EU04 DPE

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,203
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,458

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading139,203 miles
Reading date
Miles last year87
Average per year8,458
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU04 DPE 32k59k86k113k139k '07'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,203 miles
Since last MOT+87 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,116 miles
Since last MOT+9,936 miles
PASS
Mileage129,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,180 miles
Since last MOT+5,666 miles
PASS
Mileage123,514 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
PASS
Mileage118,322 miles
Since last MOT+6,488 miles
PASS
Mileage111,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,665 miles
PASS
Mileage105,169 miles
Since last MOT+4,071 miles
PASS
Mileage101,098 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
PASS
Mileage101,068 miles
Since last MOT+6,963 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,105 miles
Since last MOT+8,001 miles
PASS
Mileage86,104 miles
Since last MOT+12,188 miles
PASS
Mileage73,916 miles
Since last MOT+10,913 miles
PASS
Mileage63,003 miles
Since last MOT+11,907 miles
PASS
Mileage51,096 miles
Since last MOT+12,257 miles
PASS
Mileage38,839 miles
Since last MOT+6,422 miles
PASS
Mileage32,417 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

RegistrationEU04 DPE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EU04 DPE

What car is EU04 DPE?

EU04 DPE is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EU04 DPE?

The last recorded mileage for EU04 DPE was 139,203 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU04 DPE passed its MOT?

EU04 DPE has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2020.

Is EU04 DPE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU04 DPE 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 EU04 DPE?

EU04 DPE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.