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FL04 HLE

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 216,770 miles on the clock, averaging 19,202 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 FL04 HLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
216,770
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
19,202

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading216,770 miles
Reading date
Average per year19,202
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL04 HLE 82k116k149k183k217k '07'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage216,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage216,770 miles
Since last MOT+17,587 miles
PASS
Mileage199,183 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage199,183 miles
Since last MOT+19,116 miles
PASS
Mileage180,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,067 miles
Since last MOT+19,728 miles
PASS
Mileage160,339 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,339 miles
Since last MOT+19,418 miles
PASS
Mileage140,921 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,916 miles
Since last MOT+19,063 miles
PASS
Mileage121,853 miles
Since last MOT+15,636 miles
PASS
Mileage106,217 miles
Since last MOT+24,072 miles
PASS
Mileage82,145 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,145 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

RegistrationFL04 HLE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FL04 HLE

What car is FL04 HLE?

FL04 HLE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FL04 HLE?

The last recorded mileage for FL04 HLE was 216,770 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL04 HLE passed its MOT?

FL04 HLE has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2014.

Is FL04 HLE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL04 HLE 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 FL04 HLE?

FL04 HLE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.