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FT04 LTF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 162,556 miles on the clock, averaging 6,720 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 FT04 LTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,720

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading162,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,128
Average per year6,720
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT04 LTF 90k108k126k144k163k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage162,556 miles
Since last MOT+6,128 miles
PASS
Mileage156,428 miles
Since last MOT+7,332 miles
PASS
Mileage149,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,096 miles
Since last MOT+4,509 miles
PASS
Mileage144,587 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,587 miles
Since last MOT+6,996 miles
PASS
Mileage137,591 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,590 miles
Since last MOT+7,015 miles
PASS
Mileage130,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,575 miles
Since last MOT+9,601 miles
PASS
Mileage120,974 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,756 miles
Since last MOT+11,505 miles
PASS
Mileage109,251 miles
Since last MOT+11,380 miles
PASS
Mileage97,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,871 miles
Since last MOT+4,073 miles
PASS
Mileage93,798 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,775 miles
Since last MOT+4,232 miles
PASS
Mileage89,543 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

RegistrationFT04 LTF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About FT04 LTF

What car is FT04 LTF?

FT04 LTF is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.

What is the mileage of FT04 LTF?

The last recorded mileage for FT04 LTF was 162,556 miles, recorded on 15 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT04 LTF passed its MOT?

FT04 LTF has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 15 May 2018.

Is FT04 LTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT04 LTF 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 FT04 LTF?

FT04 LTF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.