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EX04 YHF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 116,802 miles on the clock, averaging 6,163 miles per year, below 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 YHF

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,802
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
6,163

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,802 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,163
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX04 YHF 58k72k87k102k117k '07'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,802 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,802 miles
Since last MOT+2,701 miles
PASS
Mileage114,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,101 miles
Since last MOT+1,245 miles
PASS
Mileage112,856 miles
Since last MOT+7,016 miles
PASS
Mileage105,840 miles
Since last MOT+13,482 miles
PASS
Mileage92,358 miles
Since last MOT+14,270 miles
PASS
Mileage78,088 miles
Since last MOT+14,447 miles
PASS
Mileage63,641 miles
Since last MOT+5,950 miles
PASS
Mileage57,691 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 YHF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EX04 YHF

What car is EX04 YHF?

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

What is the mileage of EX04 YHF?

The last recorded mileage for EX04 YHF was 116,802 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX04 YHF passed its MOT?

EX04 YHF has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2016.

Is EX04 YHF ULEZ compliant?

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

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