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FG04 BYZ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 163,443 miles on the clock, averaging 7,429 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 FG04 BYZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,443
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,429

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading163,443 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,429
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG04 BYZ 66k90k115k139k163k '07'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,443 miles
Since last MOT+4,997 miles
PASS
Mileage158,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,446 miles
Since last MOT+6,448 miles
PASS
Mileage151,998 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,997 miles
Since last MOT+6,121 miles
PASS
Mileage145,876 miles
Since last MOT+5,334 miles
PASS
Mileage140,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,531 miles
PASS
Mileage134,011 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,011 miles
Since last MOT+7,101 miles
PASS
Mileage126,910 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,811 miles
Since last MOT+5,141 miles
PASS
Mileage121,670 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,636 miles
Since last MOT+6,154 miles
PASS
Mileage115,482 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,482 miles
Since last MOT+3,249 miles
PASS
Mileage112,233 miles
Since last MOT+11,789 miles
PASS
Mileage100,444 miles
Since last MOT+8,466 miles
PASS
Mileage91,978 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage88,842 miles
Since last MOT+23,131 miles
PASS
Mileage65,711 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 BYZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
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 BYZ

What car is FG04 BYZ?

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

What is the mileage of FG04 BYZ?

The last recorded mileage for FG04 BYZ was 163,443 miles, recorded on 15 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG04 BYZ passed its MOT?

FG04 BYZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2020.

Is FG04 BYZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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