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EX04 GHG

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 134,031 miles on the clock, averaging 12,706 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 EX04 GHG

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,031
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,706

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 reading134,031 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,872
Average per year12,706
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX04 GHG 41k64k87k111k134k '07'14'11

Check EX04 GHG

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,031 miles
Since last MOT+12,872 miles
PASS
Mileage121,159 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,159 miles
Since last MOT+9,557 miles
PASS
Mileage111,602 miles
Since last MOT+15,608 miles
PASS
Mileage95,994 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,994 miles
Since last MOT+13,407 miles
PASS
Mileage82,587 miles
Since last MOT+11,916 miles
PASS
Mileage70,671 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,671 miles
Since last MOT+14,117 miles
PASS
Mileage56,554 miles
Since last MOT+15,882 miles
PASS
Mileage40,672 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

RegistrationEX04 GHG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EX04 GHG

What car is EX04 GHG?

EX04 GHG is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EX04 GHG?

The last recorded mileage for EX04 GHG was 134,031 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX04 GHG passed its MOT?

EX04 GHG has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2014.

Is EX04 GHG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX04 GHG 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 EX04 GHG?

EX04 GHG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.