Vehicle summary
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 126,682 miles on the clock, averaging 7,863 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 FA04 CTY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,682 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,971 |
| Average per year | 7,863 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FA04 CTY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About FA04 CTY
What car is FA04 CTY?
FA04 CTY is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FA04 CTY?
The last recorded mileage for FA04 CTY was 126,682 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA04 CTY passed its MOT?
FA04 CTY has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 16 Dec 2020.
Is FA04 CTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA04 CTY 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 FA04 CTY?
FA04 CTY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.