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FG04 BYH

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 168,025 miles on the clock, averaging 12,166 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 FG04 BYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,025
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
12,166

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading168,025 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,166
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG04 BYH 53k82k110k139k168k '07'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,025 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,025 miles
Since last MOT+11,245 miles
PASS
Mileage156,780 miles
Since last MOT+15,643 miles
PASS
Mileage141,137 miles
Since last MOT+19,577 miles
PASS
Mileage121,560 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,559 miles
Since last MOT+18,485 miles
PASS
Mileage103,074 miles
Since last MOT+12,470 miles
PASS
Mileage90,604 miles
Since last MOT+3,681 miles
PASS
Mileage86,923 miles
Since last MOT+3,784 miles
PASS
Mileage83,139 miles
Since last MOT+13,068 miles
PASS
Mileage70,071 miles
Since last MOT+17,120 miles
PASS
Mileage52,951 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

RegistrationFG04 BYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FG04 BYH

What car is FG04 BYH?

FG04 BYH is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FG04 BYH?

The last recorded mileage for FG04 BYH was 168,025 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG04 BYH passed its MOT?

FG04 BYH has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2016.

Is FG04 BYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG04 BYH 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 FG04 BYH?

FG04 BYH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.