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FN04 VHT

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 138,140 miles on the clock, averaging 8,877 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 FN04 VHT

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,140
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,877

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading138,140 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,877
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN04 VHT 74k90k106k122k138k '07'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,140 miles
Since last MOT+13,460 miles
PASS
Mileage124,680 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,680 miles
Since last MOT+12,469 miles
PASS
Mileage112,211 miles
Since last MOT+11,801 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,410 miles
Since last MOT+7,971 miles
PASS
Mileage92,439 miles
Since last MOT+5,306 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,133 miles
Since last MOT+5,745 miles
PASS
Mileage81,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,780 miles
PASS
Mileage76,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,093 miles
PASS
Mileage73,515 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

RegistrationFN04 VHT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FN04 VHT

What car is FN04 VHT?

FN04 VHT is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FN04 VHT?

The last recorded mileage for FN04 VHT was 138,140 miles, recorded on 27 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN04 VHT passed its MOT?

FN04 VHT has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2014.

Is FN04 VHT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN04 VHT 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 FN04 VHT?

FN04 VHT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.