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FP04 LXE

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 156,238 miles on the clock, averaging 11,109 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 FP04 LXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,238
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,109

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading156,238 miles
Reading date
Miles last year52
Average per year11,109
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP04 LXE 25k58k91k123k156k '07'19'15

Check FP04 LXE

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,238 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,186 miles
Since last MOT+7,485 miles
PASS
Mileage148,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,701 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,568 miles
Since last MOT+5,539 miles
PASS
Mileage143,029 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,029 miles
Since last MOT+10,896 miles
PASS
Mileage132,133 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,023 miles
Since last MOT+12,264 miles
PASS
Mileage119,759 miles
Since last MOT+8,990 miles
PASS
Mileage110,769 miles
Since last MOT+13,035 miles
PASS
Mileage97,734 miles
Since last MOT+10,705 miles
PASS
Mileage87,029 miles
Since last MOT+15,507 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,522 miles
Since last MOT+16,882 miles
PASS
Mileage54,640 miles
Since last MOT+12,933 miles
PASS
Mileage41,707 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,687 miles
Since last MOT+7,776 miles
PASS
Mileage33,911 miles
Since last MOT+8,814 miles
PASS
Mileage25,097 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

RegistrationFP04 LXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FP04 LXE

What car is FP04 LXE?

FP04 LXE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FP04 LXE?

The last recorded mileage for FP04 LXE was 156,238 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP04 LXE passed its MOT?

FP04 LXE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2019.

Is FP04 LXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP04 LXE 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 FP04 LXE?

FP04 LXE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.