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EY04 DTX

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 163,656 miles on the clock, averaging 3,606 miles per year, well 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 EY04 DTX

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,656
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
3,606

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading163,656 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,606
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EY04 DTX 142k147k153k158k164k '09'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,656 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,656 miles
Since last MOT+4,291 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,365 miles
Since last MOT+2,250 miles
PASS
Mileage157,115 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage153,979 miles
Since last MOT+4,863 miles
PASS
Mileage149,116 miles
Since last MOT+4,825 miles
PASS
Mileage144,291 miles
Since last MOT+2,566 miles
PASS
Mileage141,725 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

RegistrationEY04 DTX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EY04 DTX

What car is EY04 DTX?

EY04 DTX is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EY04 DTX?

The last recorded mileage for EY04 DTX was 163,656 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY04 DTX passed its MOT?

EY04 DTX has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2016.

Is EY04 DTX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY04 DTX 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 EY04 DTX?

EY04 DTX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.