Vehicle summary
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 103,529 miles on the clock, averaging 6,895 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 GL04 GAU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,529 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,636 |
| Average per year | 6,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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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
| Registration | GL04 GAU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GL04 GAU
What car is GL04 GAU?
GL04 GAU is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL04 GAU?
The last recorded mileage for GL04 GAU was 103,529 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL04 GAU passed its MOT?
GL04 GAU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2013.
Is GL04 GAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL04 GAU 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 GL04 GAU?
GL04 GAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.