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FF04 CAB

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 224,988 miles on the clock, averaging 11,271 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 FF04 CAB

MOT Status
Due date passed
224,988
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2007
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
11,271

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 reading224,988 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,349
Average per year11,271
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FF04 CAB 29k78k127k176k225k '07'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage224,988 miles
Since last MOT+9,349 miles
PASS
Mileage215,639 miles
Since last MOT+9,135 miles
PASS
Mileage206,504 miles
Since last MOT+9,681 miles
PASS
Mileage196,823 miles
Since last MOT+3,350 miles
PASS
Mileage193,473 miles
Since last MOT+7,715 miles
PASS
Mileage185,758 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage185,753 miles
Since last MOT+8,812 miles
PASS
Mileage176,941 miles
Since last MOT+140 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,801 miles
Since last MOT+11,511 miles
PASS
Mileage165,290 miles
Since last MOT+575 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,715 miles
Since last MOT+12,779 miles
PASS
Mileage151,936 miles
Since last MOT+13,047 miles
PASS
Mileage138,889 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,858 miles
Since last MOT+11,253 miles
PASS
Mileage127,605 miles
Since last MOT+10,644 miles
PASS
Mileage116,961 miles
Since last MOT+4,102 miles
PASS
Mileage112,859 miles
Since last MOT+12,451 miles
PASS
Mileage100,408 miles
Since last MOT+18,290 miles
PASS
Mileage82,118 miles
Since last MOT+19,414 miles
PASS
Mileage62,704 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,704 miles
Since last MOT+22,132 miles
PASS
Mileage40,572 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,572 miles
Since last MOT+2,768 miles
PASS
Mileage37,804 miles
Since last MOT+8,355 miles
PASS
Mileage29,449 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

RegistrationFF04 CAB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFF — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FF04 CAB

What car is FF04 CAB?

FF04 CAB is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FF04 CAB?

The last recorded mileage for FF04 CAB was 224,988 miles, recorded on 23 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FF04 CAB passed its MOT?

FF04 CAB has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Aug 2024.

Is FF04 CAB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FF04 CAB 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 FF04 CAB?

FF04 CAB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.