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GR04 XPB

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 74,285 miles on the clock, averaging 1,056 miles per year, well 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 GR04 XPB

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,285
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,056

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading74,285 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year1,056
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GR04 XPB 62k65k68k71k74k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,285 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,269 miles
Since last MOT+6,776 miles
PASS
Mileage67,493 miles
PASS
Mileage151,607 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,605 miles
Since last MOT+2,033 miles
PASS
Mileage149,572 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,572 miles
Since last MOT+7,121 miles
PASS
Mileage142,451 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,451 miles
Since last MOT+350 miles
PASS
Mileage142,101 miles
Since last MOT+7,568 miles
PASS
Mileage134,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,533 miles
Since last MOT+7,520 miles
PASS
Mileage127,013 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,013 miles
Since last MOT+8,296 miles
PASS
Mileage118,717 miles
Since last MOT+8,922 miles
PASS
Mileage109,795 miles
Since last MOT+8,832 miles
PASS
Mileage100,963 miles
Since last MOT+15,541 miles
PASS
Mileage85,422 miles
Since last MOT+23,523 miles
PASS
Mileage61,899 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

RegistrationGR04 XPB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGR — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About GR04 XPB

What car is GR04 XPB?

GR04 XPB is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GR04 XPB?

The last recorded mileage for GR04 XPB was 74,285 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GR04 XPB passed its MOT?

GR04 XPB has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2019.

Is GR04 XPB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR04 XPB 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 GR04 XPB?

GR04 XPB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.