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EX04 GZF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 157,736 miles on the clock, averaging 8,771 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 EX04 GZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,736
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,771

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading157,736 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,771
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX04 GZF 95k110k126k142k158k '07'14'12

Check EX04 GZF

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage157,736 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage149,095 miles
Since last MOT+195 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,900 miles
Since last MOT+8,232 miles
PASS
Mileage140,668 miles
Since last MOT+7,815 miles
PASS
Mileage132,853 miles
Since last MOT+7,546 miles
PASS
Mileage125,307 miles
Since last MOT+9,850 miles
PASS
Mileage115,457 miles
Since last MOT+8,185 miles
PASS
Mileage107,272 miles
Since last MOT+12,545 miles
PASS
Mileage94,727 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 GZF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EX04 GZF

What car is EX04 GZF?

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

What is the mileage of EX04 GZF?

The last recorded mileage for EX04 GZF was 157,736 miles, recorded on 15 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX04 GZF passed its MOT?

EX04 GZF has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2014.

Is EX04 GZF ULEZ compliant?

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

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