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FG04 LZE

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 104,305 miles on the clock, averaging 5,327 miles per year, 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 LZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,305
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,327

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading104,305 miles
Reading date
Miles last year43
Average per year5,327
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG04 LZE 50k63k77k91k104k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,305 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,262 miles
Since last MOT+1,967 miles
PASS
Mileage102,295 miles
Since last MOT+2,205 miles
PASS
Mileage100,090 miles
Since last MOT+2,730 miles
PASS
Mileage97,360 miles
Since last MOT+5,260 miles
PASS
Mileage92,100 miles
Since last MOT+6,783 miles
PASS
Mileage85,317 miles
Since last MOT+2,863 miles
PASS
Mileage82,454 miles
Since last MOT+7,587 miles
PASS
Mileage74,867 miles
Since last MOT+7,466 miles
PASS
Mileage67,401 miles
Since last MOT+8,023 miles
PASS
Mileage59,378 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,378 miles
Since last MOT+9,665 miles
PASS
Mileage49,713 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 LZE
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 LZE

What car is FG04 LZE?

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

What is the mileage of FG04 LZE?

The last recorded mileage for FG04 LZE was 104,305 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG04 LZE passed its MOT?

FG04 LZE has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2017.

Is FG04 LZE ULEZ compliant?

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

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