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FL04 HNC

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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 61,544 miles on the clock, averaging 11,942 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 HNC

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,544
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2007
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
11,942

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 reading61,544 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,714
Average per year11,942
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL04 HNC 38k44k50k56k62k '07'09'08

Check FL04 HNC

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,544 miles
Since last MOT+8,714 miles
PASS
Mileage52,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,830 miles
Since last MOT+14,956 miles
PASS
Mileage37,874 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,874 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 HNC
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 HNC

What car is FL04 HNC?

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

What is the mileage of FL04 HNC?

The last recorded mileage for FL04 HNC was 61,544 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL04 HNC passed its MOT?

FL04 HNC has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2009.

Is FL04 HNC ULEZ compliant?

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

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