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FG04 BYM

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 100,484 miles on the clock, averaging 4,935 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 FG04 BYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,484
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,935

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading100,484 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,935
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG04 BYM 26k45k63k82k100k '07'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,484 miles
Since last MOT+1,454 miles
PASS
Mileage99,030 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,996 miles
Since last MOT+4,930 miles
PASS
Mileage94,066 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,066 miles
Since last MOT+7,560 miles
PASS
Mileage86,506 miles
Since last MOT+5,626 miles
PASS
Mileage80,880 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,877 miles
Since last MOT+148 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,729 miles
Since last MOT+4,901 miles
PASS
Mileage75,828 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,828 miles
Since last MOT+4,912 miles
PASS
Mileage70,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,916 miles
Since last MOT+4,352 miles
PASS
Mileage66,564 miles
Since last MOT+2,208 miles
PASS
Mileage64,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,872 miles
PASS
Mileage59,484 miles
Since last MOT+4,400 miles
PASS
Mileage55,084 miles
Since last MOT+6,114 miles
PASS
Mileage48,970 miles
Since last MOT+5,939 miles
PASS
Mileage43,031 miles
Since last MOT+7,317 miles
PASS
Mileage35,714 miles
Since last MOT+9,480 miles
PASS
Mileage26,234 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 BYM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 BYM

What car is FG04 BYM?

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

What is the mileage of FG04 BYM?

The last recorded mileage for FG04 BYM was 100,484 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG04 BYM passed its MOT?

FG04 BYM has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2022.

Is FG04 BYM ULEZ compliant?

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

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